Immerse yourself in the exquisite world of Baroque cantatas with Antonio Caldara's masterful collection, a treasure trove of vocal and instrumental brilliance. This album, released in 2005 under the Capriccio label, showcases five of Caldara's most captivating cantatas, each a testament to his unparalleled compositional skill and deep understanding of the human voice.
The album opens with "Amante recidivo (Che speravi)," a dramatic exploration of love and longing that sets the stage for the emotional journeys to come. The cantatas "Non v'e pena" and "Vedro senz'onde il mare" follow, each offering a unique blend of recitatives and arias that highlight the virtuosity of the performers and the richness of Caldara's musical language.
"Da tuoi lumi" and "Sempre mi torna in mente" round out the collection, providing a sense of closure and reflection. The latter features a particularly stunning "Aria con violini," where the interplay between voice and strings creates a mesmerizing sonic landscape.
Conductor Karsten Erik Ose and the ensemble Ornamente 99 bring these works to life with precision and passion, accompanied by the stunning vocals of Max Emanuel Cenčić. The album's duration of just over an hour ensures a satisfying listening experience, making it an excellent addition to any classical music enthusiast's collection.
Whether you're a seasoned fan of Baroque music or a newcomer to the genre, this album offers a rich and rewarding exploration of Antonio Caldara's artistic genius.
2005 Capriccio2005 Capriccio
Tracks
Amante recidivo (Che speravi): Aria: Che speraviAntonio Caldara, Max Emanuel Cenčić, Ornamente 99, Karsten Erik Ose
Amante recidivo (Che speravi): Recitative: S'altre volte provastiAntonio Caldara, Max Emanuel Cenčić, Ornamente 99, Karsten Erik Ose
Amante recidivo (Che speravi): Aria: Navicella che provoAntonio Caldara, Max Emanuel Cenčić, Ornamente 99, Karsten Erik Ose
Amante recidivo (Che speravi): Recitative: Dunque d'AmorAntonio Caldara, Max Emanuel Cenčić, Ornamente 99, Karsten Erik Ose
Amante recidivo (Che speravi): Aria: Vorrei pur consigliartiAntonio Caldara, Max Emanuel Cenčić, Ornamente 99, Karsten Erik Ose
Non v'e pena: Aria: Non v'e penaAntonio Caldara, Max Emanuel Cenčić, Ornamente 99, Karsten Erik Ose
Non v'e pena: Recitative: Lunge dall'idol caroAntonio Caldara, Max Emanuel Cenčić, Ornamente 99, Karsten Erik Ose
Non v'e pena: Aria: Vorrei pur consgliartiAntonio Caldara, Max Emanuel Cenčić, Ornamente 99, Karsten Erik Ose
ChiaconaAntonio Caldara, Ornamente 99, Karsten Erik Ose
Vedro senz'onde il mare: Aria: Vedro senz'onde il mareAntonio Caldara, Max Emanuel Cenčić, Ornamente 99, Karsten Erik Ose
Vedro senz'onde il mare: Recitative: Non vale piu celarmiAntonio Caldara, Max Emanuel Cenčić, Ornamente 99, Karsten Erik Ose
Vedro senz'onde il mare: Aria: lo so qual pena sentiAntonio Caldara, Max Emanuel Cenčić, Ornamente 99, Karsten Erik Ose
Da tuoi lumi: Aria: Da tuoi lumiAntonio Caldara, Max Emanuel Cenčić, Ornamente 99, Karsten Erik Ose
Da tuoi lumi: Recitative: Vago mio, sol tu puoi farAntonio Caldara, Max Emanuel Cenčić, Ornamente 99, Karsten Erik Ose
Da tuoi lumi: Aria: Nasce la mia speranzaAntonio Caldara, Max Emanuel Cenčić, Ornamente 99, Karsten Erik Ose
Sempre mi torna in mente: SinfoniaAntonio Caldara, Max Emanuel Cenčić, Ornamente 99, Karsten Erik Ose
Sempre mi torna in mente: Recitative: Sempre mi torna in menteAntonio Caldara, Max Emanuel Cenčić, Ornamente 99, Karsten Erik Ose
Sempre mi torna in mente: Aria con violini: Peno, e verAntonio Caldara, Max Emanuel Cenčić, Ornamente 99, Karsten Erik Ose
Sempre mi torna in mente: Recitative: Belle luci amoroseAntonio Caldara, Max Emanuel Cenčić, Ornamente 99, Karsten Erik Ose
Sempre mi torna in mente: Aria: son dardi i vostri sguardiAntonio Caldara, Max Emanuel Cenčić, Ornamente 99, Karsten Erik Ose
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