Immerse yourself in the timeless elegance of classical music with Albert Spalding's "Corelli & Tartini: Sonates pour violon." Released in 1956 under the BNF Collection label, this mono version album is a captivating journey through the works of two Baroque masters, Arcangelo Corelli and Giuseppe Tartini. Spalding, a renowned violinist, is accompanied by Antony Kooiker on piano, delivering a performance that is both technically impressive and deeply expressive.
The album features a selection of violin sonatas, including Corelli's famous "La Follia" and Tartini's "Didone abbandonata." Each piece is a testament to the composers' genius and Spalding's virtuosity. The sonatas are arranged in a way that showcases the range of the violin, from the delicate and introspective to the bold and exuberant. The album also includes an arrangement of Bach's Prelude and Fugue No. 14 from "The Well-Tempered Clavier," Book II, adding a touch of the Baroque keyboard repertoire to the collection.
With a total duration of 45 minutes, this album is a compact yet comprehensive exploration of the violin sonata form. The mono recording, while a product of its time, adds a certain warmth and intimacy to the performances. Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, Albert Spalding's "Corelli & Tartini: Sonates pour violon" is sure to delight and inspire.
Violin Sonata in A Major, Op. 5 No. 6: I. GraveArcangelo Corelli, Albert Spalding, Antony Kooiker
Violin Sonata in A Major, Op. 5 No. 6: II. AllegroArcangelo Corelli, Albert Spalding, Antony Kooiker
Violin Sonata in A Major, Op. 5 No. 6: III. AllegroArcangelo Corelli, Albert Spalding, Antony Kooiker
Violin Sonata in A Major, Op. 5 No. 6: IV. AdagioArcangelo Corelli, Albert Spalding, Antony Kooiker
Violin Sonata in A Major, Op. 5 No. 6: V. AllegroArcangelo Corelli, Albert Spalding, Antony Kooiker
Violin Sonata in D Major, Op. 5 No. 1: I. Grave - AllegroArcangelo Corelli, Albert Spalding, Antony Kooiker
Violin Sonata in D Major, Op. 5 No. 1: II. AllegroArcangelo Corelli, Albert Spalding, Antony Kooiker
Violin Sonata in D Major, Op. 5 No. 1: III. AllegroArcangelo Corelli, Albert Spalding, Antony Kooiker
Violin Sonata in D Major, Op. 5 No. 1: IV. AdagioArcangelo Corelli, Albert Spalding, Antony Kooiker
Violin Sonata in D Major, Op. 5 No. 1: V. AllegroArcangelo Corelli, Albert Spalding, Antony Kooiker
12 Sonatas and a Pastorale, Op. 1, Violin Sonata No. 10 in G Minor "Didone abbandonata": I. AffettuosoGiuseppe Tartini, Albert Spalding, Antony Kooiker
12 Sonatas and a Pastorale, Op. 1, Violin Sonata No. 10 in G Minor "Didone abbandonata": II. PrestoGiuseppe Tartini, Albert Spalding, Antony Kooiker
12 Sonatas and a Pastorale, Op. 1, Violin Sonata No. 10 in G Minor "Didone abbandonata": III. GraveGiuseppe Tartini, Albert Spalding, Antony Kooiker
12 Sonatas and a Pastorale, Op. 1, Violin Sonata No. 10 in G Minor "Didone abbandonata": IV. Allegro moderatoGiuseppe Tartini, Albert Spalding, Antony Kooiker
The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book II, Prelude and Fugue No. 14 in F-Sharp Minor, BWV 883: Prelude - Arranged for Violin and PianoJohann Sebastian Bach, Albert Spalding, Antony Kooiker
Violin Sonata in D Minor, Op. 5 No. 12 "La follia" - ExtractArcangelo Corelli, Albert Spalding, Antony Kooiker
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