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"a soundtrack for springtime" - classical seasons - antonio vivaldi

"A Soundtrack for Springtime" - Classical Seasons

Antonio Vivaldi

2025
79 tracks
1 uur, 27 min
classical

Album Description

Immerse yourself in the vibrant and lively sounds of spring with Antonio Vivaldi's "A Soundtrack for Springtime" - Classical Seasons. This enchanting collection, set to release on April 25, 2025, under the UME - Global Clearing House label, is a celebration of the season's renewal and vitality, featuring a diverse array of compositions that showcase Vivaldi's mastery of the Baroque style.

Spanning a generous 79 tracks and a duration of 1 hour and 27 minutes, this album is a comprehensive journey through the works of Vivaldi, complemented by selections from Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart and Ludwig van Beethoven. The album opens with Vivaldi's iconic "Concerto for Strings and Continuo in G major, RV 151 'Concerto alla Rustica,'" setting the stage for a delightful exploration of his concertos, dances, and minuets. Highlights include the energetic "Concerto No. 9 in D Major for Violin, RV 230" from his renowned "L'estro armonico" series, the serene "Concerto for Violin and Strings in G minor, Op. 8, No. 2, R.315 'L'estate,'" and the exhilarating "Flute Concerto in F Major, RV 433 'La tempesta di mare.'"

The album also features a rich tapestry of dances, including German Dances, Contredanses, and Minuets, providing a lively and rhythmic counterpoint to the more contemplative concertos. Mozart's and Beethoven's contributions add depth and variety, ensuring that "A Soundtrack for Springtime" is a well-rounded and engaging listening experience.

Whether you're a seasoned classical enthusiast or new to the genre, this album offers a delightful introduction to the timeless compositions of Antonio Vivaldi and his contemporaries. With its diverse selection of tracks and high-quality performances, "A Soundtrack for Springtime" is sure to become a favorite in your music collection.

Tracks

Concerto for Strings and Continuo in G major, RV 151 "Concerto alla Rustica": 1. PrestoAntonio Vivaldi, Academy of Ancient Music, Christopher Hogwood
1:19
12 Contredanses, WoO 14: No. 12Ludwig van Beethoven, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
2:28
12 Concertos, Op. 3 "L'estro armonico" / Concerto No. 9 in D Major for Violin, RV 230: 1. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, John Holloway, Academy of Ancient Music, Christopher Hogwood
2:05
12 Contredanses, WoO 14: No. 7Ludwig van Beethoven, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
0:48
12 German Dances, K. 586: No. 12 in C MajorWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Wiener Mozart Ensemble, Willi Boskovsky
1:51
12 Minuets, WoO 7: 11. Minuet in C MajorLudwig van Beethoven, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
2:08
12 German Dances, K. 586: No. 10 in F MajorWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Wiener Mozart Ensemble, Willi Boskovsky
1:42
Concerto for 2 Flutes, Strings and Continuo in C major, RV 533: 3. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Stephen Preston, Nicholas McGegan, Academy of Ancient Music, Christopher Hogwood
2:16
Six German Dances, K.567: No. 1 in B Flat MajorWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Wiener Mozart Ensemble, Willi Boskovsky
1:25
12 German Dances, WoO 8: 6. German Dance in G MajorLudwig van Beethoven, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
1:32
12 German Dances, WoO 8: 2. German Dance in A MajorLudwig van Beethoven, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
1:31
12 German Dances, K. 586: No. 6 in D MajorWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Wiener Mozart Ensemble, Willi Boskovsky
1:30
12 Concertos, Op. 3 "L'estro armonico" / Concerto No. 9 in D Major for Violin, RV 230: 3. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, John Holloway, Academy of Ancient Music, Christopher Hogwood
1:54
Concerto for Violin and Strings in G minor, Op. 8, No. 2, R.315 "L'estate": 2. Adagio - Presto - AdagioAntonio Vivaldi, John Holloway, Nigel North, Academy of Ancient Music, Christopher Hogwood
2:01
12 German Dances, K. 586: No. 3 in B-Flat MajorWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Wiener Mozart Ensemble, Willi Boskovsky
1:49
Concerto for Strings and Continuo in G major, RV 151 "Concerto alla Rustica": 3. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Academy of Ancient Music, Christopher Hogwood
1:42
12 Contredanses, WoO 14: No. 2Ludwig van Beethoven, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
0:50
12 Minuets, WoO 7: 3. Minuet in G MajorLudwig van Beethoven, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
1:48
12 German Dances, WoO 8: 12. German Dance in C MajorLudwig van Beethoven, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
3:36
12 Contredanses, WoO 14: No. 6Ludwig van Beethoven, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
1:29
12 German Dances, K. 586: No. 11 in A MajorWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Wiener Mozart Ensemble, Willi Boskovsky
1:45
Six German Dances, K.567: No. 6 in CWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Wiener Mozart Ensemble, Willi Boskovsky
1:52
Six German Dances, K.567: No. 2 in E Flat MajorWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Wiener Mozart Ensemble, Willi Boskovsky
1:28
12 German Dances, WoO 8: 10. German Dance in D MajorLudwig van Beethoven, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
1:23
12 Minuets, WoO 7: 10. Minuet in E MajorLudwig van Beethoven, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
2:32
Six German Dances, K.571: No. 6 in DWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Wiener Mozart Ensemble, Willi Boskovsky
1:59
12 German Dances, K. 586: No. 4 in F MajorWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Wiener Mozart Ensemble, Willi Boskovsky
1:51
12 German Dances, WoO 8: 5. German Dance in E MajorLudwig van Beethoven, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
1:37
Six German Dances, K.567: No. 4 in DWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Wiener Mozart Ensemble, Willi Boskovsky
1:32
12 German Dances, K. 586: No. 9 in B-Flat MajorWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Wiener Mozart Ensemble, Willi Boskovsky
1:44
12 Minuets, WoO 7: 5. Minuet in C MajorLudwig van Beethoven, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
2:03
Six German Dances, K.571: No. 2 in AWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Wiener Mozart Ensemble, Willi Boskovsky
1:29
Six German Dances, K.571: No. 1 in DWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Wiener Mozart Ensemble, Willi Boskovsky
1:32
12 Contredanses, WoO 14: No. 8Ludwig van Beethoven, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
0:40
12 Minuets, WoO 7: 2. Minuet in B MajorLudwig van Beethoven, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
2:08
12 Contredanses, WoO 14: No. 10Ludwig van Beethoven, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
1:15
12 Minuets, WoO 7: 8. Minuet in B MajorLudwig van Beethoven, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
2:18
12 German Dances, WoO 8: 9. German Dance in F MajorLudwig van Beethoven, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
1:23
Flute Concerto in F Major, RV 433 "La tempesta di mare": 3. PrestoAntonio Vivaldi, Stephen Preston, Academy of Ancient Music, Christopher Hogwood
2:13
12 Minuets, WoO 7: 4. Minuet in E MajorLudwig van Beethoven, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
2:07
Flute Concerto in F Major, RV 434: 3. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Stephen Preston, Academy of Ancient Music, Christopher Hogwood
1:59
12 Concertos, Op. 3 "L'estro armonico" / Concerto No. 3 in G Major for Solo Violin, RV 310: 3. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Monica Huggett, Christopher Hogwood, Academy of Ancient Music
2:10
Six German Dances, K.567: No. 5 in AWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Wiener Mozart Ensemble, Willi Boskovsky
2:01
Concerto for Strings and Continuo in D minor, RV 129: 4. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Academy of Ancient Music, Christopher Hogwood
0:58
Six German Dances, K.571: No. 3 in CWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Wiener Mozart Ensemble, Willi Boskovsky
1:23
12 Contredanses, WoO 14: No. 4Ludwig van Beethoven, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
0:35
Cello Concerto in D Minor, RV 406: 3. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Christophe Coin, Academy of Ancient Music, Christopher Hogwood
2:13
12 German Dances, WoO 8: 7. German Dance in C MajorLudwig van Beethoven, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
1:32
12 Violin Concertos, Op. 4 - "La stravaganza" - Concerto No. 11 in D Major, RV 204: 3. Allegro assaiAntonio Vivaldi, Monica Huggett, Academy of Ancient Music, Christopher Hogwood
2:00
12 Concertos, Op. 3 "L'estro armonico" / Concerto No. 4 in E Minor for 4 Violins, RV 550: 4. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, John Holloway, Monica Huggett, Catherine Mackintosh, Elizabeth Wilcock, Academy of Ancient Music, Christopher Hogwood
1:57

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About Antonio Vivaldi

Antonio Vivaldi, born in Venice in 1678, was a titan of the Baroque era, renowned for his prolific output and innovative compositions. A virtuoso violinist and priest, Vivaldi's influence stretched across Europe, inspiring countless imitators and admirers. He is celebrated for pioneering developments in orchestration, violin technique, and programmatic music, particularly through his iconic set of four violin concertos, "The Four Seasons." In the first movement of 'Winter,' Vivaldi masterfully evokes the biting cold and gusting winds, showcasing his deep connection to his instrument. Throughout his life, Vivaldi composed over 500 musical works, many of which are still being rediscovered today. His legacy as one of the greatest Baroque composers endures, captivating audiences with his timeless and expressive music.

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