Immerse yourself in the timeless elegance of Antonio Vivaldi's compositions with "Baroque Guitar Favourites," a captivating album released in 1990 under the Naxos label. This collection showcases the brilliance of Vivaldi's works, expertly arranged for guitar and orchestra by Gerald Garcia, offering a fresh and enchanting perspective on classical masterpieces.
The album spans a generous 75 minutes, featuring 15 tracks that encompass a variety of moods and tempos. Highlights include the enchanting "Violin Concerto in E Minor, RV 277, 'Il favorito,'" with its dynamic interplay of allegro and andante movements, and the serene "Trio Sonata in C Major, RV 82," which transitions beautifully from an allegro non molto to a lush larghetto. The inclusion of J.S. Bach's "Concerto in D Minor, BWV 1052," arranged by Garcia, adds a layer of depth and contrast to the collection.
Recorded at the House of Arts in Košice from June 6th to 8th, 1990, this album benefits from the skilled performances of Gerald Garcia on guitar, Camerata Cassovia, and Peter Breiner conducting. The ensemble's precision and passion bring Vivaldi's compositions to life, making this a standout addition to any classical music enthusiast's library. Whether you're a longtime admirer of Vivaldi or new to his work, "Baroque Guitar Favourites" promises an engaging and rewarding listening experience.
1990 Naxos1990 Naxos
Tracks
Violin Concerto in E Minor, RV 277, "Il favorito" (arr. G. Garcia): I. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Gerald Garcia, Camerata Cassovia, Peter Breiner
Violin Concerto in E Minor, RV 277, "Il favorito" (arr. G. Garcia): II. AndanteAntonio Vivaldi, Gerald Garcia, Camerata Cassovia, Peter Breiner
Violin Concerto in E Minor, RV 277, "Il favorito" (arr. G. Garcia): III. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Gerald Garcia, Camerata Cassovia, Peter Breiner
Trio Sonata in C Major, RV 82: I. Allegro non moltoAntonio Vivaldi, Gerald Garcia, Karol Petroczi, Pavol Gimcik, Maria Lickova
Trio Sonata in C Major, RV 82: II. Larghetto - LentoAntonio Vivaldi, Gerald Garcia, Karol Petroczi, Pavol Gimcik, Maria Lickova
Trio Sonata in C Major, RV 82: III. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Gerald Garcia, Karol Petroczi, Pavol Gimcik, Maria Lickova
Trio Sonata in G Minor, RV 85: I. Andante moltoAntonio Vivaldi, Karol Petroczi, Gerald Garcia, Pavol Gimcik, Maria Lickova
Trio Sonata in G Minor, RV 85: II. LarghettoAntonio Vivaldi, Karol Petroczi, Gerald Garcia, Pavol Gimcik, Maria Lickova
Trio Sonata in G Minor, RV 85: III. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Karol Petroczi, Gerald Garcia, Pavol Gimcik, Maria Lickova
Chamber Concerto in D Major, RV 93 (arr. G. Garcia): I. Allegro giustoAntonio Vivaldi, Gerald Garcia, Camerata Cassovia, Peter Breiner
Chamber Concerto in D Major, RV 93 (arr. G. Garcia): II. LargoAntonio Vivaldi, Gerald Garcia, Camerata Cassovia, Peter Breiner
Chamber Concerto in D Major, RV 93 (arr. G. Garcia): III. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Gerald Garcia, Camerata Cassovia, Peter Breiner
Concerto in D Minor, BWV 1052 (arr.G. Garcia): I. AllegroJohann Sebastian Bach, Gerald Garcia, Camerata Cassovia, Peter Breiner
Concerto in D Minor, BWV 1052 (arr.G. Garcia): II. AdagioJohann Sebastian Bach, Gerald Garcia, Camerata Cassovia, Peter Breiner
Concerto in D Minor, BWV 1052 (arr.G. Garcia): III. AllegroJohann Sebastian Bach, Gerald Garcia, Camerata Cassovia, Peter Breiner
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