Immerse yourself in the timeless elegance of Antonio Vivaldi's masterpieces with this exquisite collection, "Vivaldi: The Four Seasons; Concertos etc." Released on January 1, 2000, under the prestigious Deutsche Grammophon label, this album is a celebration of Vivaldi's genius, spanning a rich array of compositions that showcase his unparalleled ability to evoke vivid imagery and emotion through music.
At the heart of the album is Vivaldi's iconic "The Four Seasons," a set of four violin concertos that paint a vivid musical portrait of each season. From the exuberant joy of "Spring" to the stormy intensity of "Summer," the rustic charm of "Autumn," and the chilling beauty of "Winter," Vivaldi's compositions are a testament to his extraordinary skill and creativity.
Beyond "The Four Seasons," the album offers a diverse selection of concertos featuring a variety of instruments, including the violin, cello, mandolin, oboe, flute, and bassoon. Each piece is a masterclass in Baroque composition, showcasing Vivaldi's ability to craft intricate melodies and harmonies that captivate and inspire.
The album also includes the glorious "Gloria," a choral work that highlights Vivaldi's sacred music. This piece, with its soaring melodies and powerful choruses, is a testament to Vivaldi's ability to create music that is both deeply spiritual and profoundly moving.
With a total runtime of 2 hours and 15 minutes, this album is a comprehensive exploration of Vivaldi's musical legacy. Whether you are a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this collection offers a rich and rewarding listening experience that is sure to delight and inspire.
The Four Seasons, Spring, Violin Concerto in E Major, RV 269, Op. 8 No. 1: I. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Simon Standage, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
The Four Seasons, Spring, Violin Concerto in E Major, RV 269, Op. 8 No. 1: II. Largo e pianissimo sempreAntonio Vivaldi, Simon Standage, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
The Four Seasons, Spring, Violin Concerto in E Major, RV 269, Op. 8 No. 1: III. Danza pastorale. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Simon Standage, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
The Four Seasons, Summer, Violin Concerto in G Minor, RV 315, Op. 8 No. 2: I. Allegro non molto β AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Simon Standage, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
The Four Seasons, Summer, Violin Concerto in G Minor, RV 315, Op. 8 No. 2: II. Adagio e piano β Presto e forteAntonio Vivaldi, Simon Standage, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
The Four Seasons, Summer, Violin Concerto in G Minor, RV 315, Op. 8 No. 2: III. PrestoAntonio Vivaldi, Simon Standage, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
The Four Seasons, Autumn, Violin Concerto in F Major, RV 293, Op. 8 No. 3: I. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Simon Standage, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
The Four Seasons, Autumn, Violin Concerto in F Major, RV 293, Op. 8 No. 3: II. Adagio moltoAntonio Vivaldi, Simon Standage, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
The Four Seasons, Autumn, Violin Concerto in F Major, RV 293, Op. 8 No. 3: III. La caccia. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Simon Standage, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
The Four Seasons, Winter, Violin Concerto in F Minor, RV 297, Op. 8 No. 4: I. Allegro non moltoAntonio Vivaldi, Simon Standage, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
The Four Seasons, Winter, Violin Concerto in F Minor, RV 297, Op. 8 No. 4: II. LargoAntonio Vivaldi, Simon Standage, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
The Four Seasons, Winter, Violin Concerto in F Minor, RV 297, Op. 8 No. 4: III. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Simon Standage, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Gloria, RV 589: I. Gloria in excelsis DeoAntonio Vivaldi, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock, Paul Goodwin, Mark Bennett, The English Concert Choir
Gloria, RV 589: II. Et in terra paxAntonio Vivaldi, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock, The English Concert Choir
Gloria, RV 589: III. Laudamus teAntonio Vivaldi, Jennifer Smith, Nancy Argenta, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Gloria, RV 589: IV. Gratias agimus tibiAntonio Vivaldi, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock, The English Concert Choir
Gloria, RV 589: IX. Qui tollis peccata mundiAntonio Vivaldi, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock, The English Concert Choir
Gloria, RV 589: V. Propter magnam gloriam tuamAntonio Vivaldi, Jennifer Smith, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock, Paul Goodwin
Gloria, RV 589: VI. Domine Deus, Rex caelestisAntonio Vivaldi, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock, The English Concert Choir
Gloria, RV 589: VII. Domine Fili unigeniteAntonio Vivaldi, Catherine Wyn-Rogers, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock, The English Concert Choir
Gloria, RV 589: VIII. Domine Deus, Agnus DeiAntonio Vivaldi, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock, The English Concert Choir
Gloria, RV 589: X. Qui sedes ad dexteram PatrisAntonio Vivaldi, Catherine Wyn-Rogers, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Gloria, RV 589: XI. Quoniam tu solus sanctusAntonio Vivaldi, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock, Paul Goodwin, Mark Bennett, The English Concert Choir
Gloria, RV 589: XII. Cum Sancto SpirituAntonio Vivaldi, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock, Paul Goodwin, Mark Bennett, The English Concert Choir
Concerto for 2 Violins and 2 Cellos in G Major, RV 575: I. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Peter Hanson, Walter Reiter, Jane Coe, David Watkin, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Concerto for 2 Violins and 2 Cellos in G Major, RV 575: II. LargoAntonio Vivaldi, Peter Hanson, Walter Reiter, Jane Coe, David Watkin, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Concerto for 2 Violins and 2 Cellos in G Major, RV 575: III. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Peter Hanson, Walter Reiter, Jane Coe, David Watkin, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Concerto for 2 Mandolins in G Major, RV 532: I. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, James Tyler, Robin Jeffrey, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Concerto for 2 Mandolins in G Major, RV 532: II. AndanteAntonio Vivaldi, James Tyler, Robin Jeffrey, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Concerto for 2 Mandolins in G Major, RV 532: III. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, James Tyler, Robin Jeffrey, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Concerto for Oboe and Violin in B-Flat Major, RV 548: I. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, David Reichenberg, Simon Standage, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Concerto for Oboe and Violin in B-Flat Major, RV 548: II. LargoAntonio Vivaldi, David Reichenberg, Simon Standage, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Concerto for Oboe and Violin in B-Flat Major, RV 548: III. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, David Reichenberg, Simon Standage, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Flute Concerto in G Minor, RV 439, Op. 10 No. 2 "La notte": I. LargoAntonio Vivaldi, Lisa Beznosiuk, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Flute Concerto in G Minor, RV 439, Op. 10 No. 2 "La notte": II. Fantasmi. PrestoAntonio Vivaldi, Lisa Beznosiuk, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Flute Concerto in G Minor, RV 439, Op. 10 No. 2 "La notte": III. LargoAntonio Vivaldi, Lisa Beznosiuk, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Flute Concerto in G Minor, RV 439, Op. 10 No. 2 "La notte": IV. PrestoAntonio Vivaldi, Lisa Beznosiuk, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Flute Concerto in G Minor, RV 439, Op. 10 No. 2 "La notte": V. Il sonno. LargoAntonio Vivaldi, Lisa Beznosiuk, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Flute Concerto in G Minor, RV 439, Op. 10 No. 2 "La notte": VI. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Lisa Beznosiuk, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Concerto for Strings in G Major, RV 151 "Alla rustica": I. PrestoAntonio Vivaldi, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Concerto for Strings in G Major, RV 151 "Alla rustica": II. AdagioAntonio Vivaldi, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Concerto for Strings in G Major, RV 151 "Alla rustica": III. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
L'estro armonico, Concerto for 4 Violins in D Major, RV 549, Op. 3 No. 1: I. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Simon Standage, Elizabeth Wilcock, Micaela Comberti, Miles Golding, Jaap Ter Linden, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
L'estro armonico, Concerto for 4 Violins in D Major, RV 549, Op. 3 No. 1: II. Largo e spiccatoAntonio Vivaldi, Simon Standage, Elizabeth Wilcock, Micaela Comberti, Miles Golding, Jaap Ter Linden, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
L'estro armonico, Concerto for 4 Violins in D Major, RV 549, Op. 3 No. 1: III. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Simon Standage, Elizabeth Wilcock, Micaela Comberti, Miles Golding, Jaap Ter Linden, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Bassoon Concerto No. 6 in E Minor, RV 484: I. Allegro pocoAntonio Vivaldi, Milan Turkovic, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Bassoon Concerto No. 6 in E Minor, RV 484: II. AndanteAntonio Vivaldi, Milan Turkovic, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Bassoon Concerto No. 6 in E Minor, RV 484: III. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Milan Turkovic, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Concerto con molti strumenti in C Major, RV 558: I. Allegro moltoAntonio Vivaldi, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
Concerto con molti strumenti in C Major, RV 558: II. Andante moltoAntonio Vivaldi, The English Concert, Trevor Pinnock
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