Dive into the world of classical chamber music with Giovanni Bottesini's "Bottesini: Works for Double Bass, Vol. 4," released on July 15, 2014, under the Hungaroton label. This album is a testament to Bottesini's mastery and influence as a nineteenth-century composer, showcasing his exceptional works for the double bass. Spanning a full hour, the album features twelve tracks that highlight Bottesini's virtuosity and the rich, resonant tones of the double bass. From the intricate "Gran duo concertante" to the enchanting "Fantasia on Rossini's Canzonette" and the passionate "Passione amorose," each piece is a demonstration of Bottesini's compositional brilliance. The album also includes arrangements by G. Jardanyi, adding a unique dimension to the performances. Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a curious newcomer, this album offers a captivating exploration of Bottesini's musical legacy.
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Tracks
Gran duo concertante: I. Allegro maestoso - CantabileGiovanni Bottesini, Vilmos Szabadi, Gergely Jardanyi, Budapest Chamber Orchestra, János Ács
Gran duo concertante: II. Allegro maestoso - Cantabile più mosoGiovanni Bottesini, Vilmos Szabadi, Gergely Jardanyi, Budapest Chamber Orchestra, János Ács
Fantasia on Rossini's Canzonette: I. La danza (Orch. G. Jardanyi)Giovanni Bottesini, Gergely Jardanyi, Odon Racz, Budapest Chamber Symphony, János Ács
Fantasia on Rossini's Canzonette: II. La serenata (Orch. G. Jardanyi)Giovanni Bottesini, Gergely Jardanyi, Odon Racz, Budapest Chamber Symphony, János Ács
Fantasia on Rossini's Canzonette: III. I marinai (Orch. G. Jardanyi)Giovanni Bottesini, Gergely Jardanyi, Odon Racz, Budapest Chamber Symphony, János Ács
Duet for Clarinet and Double Bass: I. Allegro - Andante (Arr. G. Jardanyi for orchestra)Giovanni Bottesini, Kalman Berkes, Gergely Jardanyi, Budapest Chamber Symphony, János Ács
Duet for Clarinet and Double Bass: II. Allegro (Arr. G. Jardanyi for orchestra)Giovanni Bottesini, Kalman Berkes, Gergely Jardanyi, Budapest Chamber Symphony, János Ács
Passione amorose: I. Allegro (Orchestrated by G. Jardanyi)Giovanni Bottesini, Gergely Jardanyi, Odon Racz, Budapest Chamber Symphony, János Ács
Passione amorose: II. Andante (Orchestrated by G. Jardanyi)Giovanni Bottesini, Gergely Jardanyi, Odon Racz, Budapest Chamber Symphony, János Ács
Passione amorose: III. Allegretto (Orchestrated by G. Jardanyi)Giovanni Bottesini, Gergely Jardanyi, Odon Racz, Budapest Chamber Symphony, János Ács
Duet for Cello and Double Bass: I. Allegro vivace - Andante cantabileGiovanni Bottesini, Miklós Perényi, Gergely Jardanyi, Budapest Chamber Symphony, János Ács
Duet for Cello and Double Bass: II. Allegretto - Moderato - Allegretto più mosoGiovanni Bottesini, Miklós Perényi, Gergely Jardanyi, Budapest Chamber Symphony, János Ács
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