Immerse yourself in the captivating world of Mario Castelnuovo-Tedesco with this exquisite collection of chamber music, featuring a trio of his most enchanting works. The album opens with a delightful suite inspired by Donizetti's "La figlia del reggimento," where Castelnuovo-Tedesco's distinctive voice shines through in a series of charming character pieces. Next, explore the whimsical "Greeting Cards" suite, a delightful collection of musical postcards dedicated to various friends and colleagues of the composer. This album also includes the world premiere recording of two pieces from this suite, adding an extra layer of intrigue for avid listeners. The journey concludes with the introspective "Sonata quasi una fantasia," a deeply personal work that showcases Castelnuovo-Tedesco's mastery of the violin and piano duo. Performances by Carlo Palese and Alberto Bologni bring these works to life with passion and virtuosity, making this album a true celebration of Castelnuovo-Tedesco's enduring musical legacy.
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Tracks
La figlia del reggimento, Op. 110: No. 1, LarghettoMario Castelnuovo-Tedesco, Alberto Bologni, Carlo Palese
La figlia del reggimento, Op. 110: No. 2, RomanceMario Castelnuovo-Tedesco, Alberto Bologni, Carlo Palese
La figlia del reggimento, Op. 110: No. 3, ValseMario Castelnuovo-Tedesco, Alberto Bologni, Carlo Palese
La figlia del reggimento, Op. 110: No. 4, TyrolienneMario Castelnuovo-Tedesco, Alberto Bologni, Carlo Palese
La figlia del reggimento, Op. 110: No. 1, Rataplan (Rondò militare)Mario Castelnuovo-Tedesco, Alberto Bologni, Carlo Palese
Greeting Cards, Op. 170: No. 1, Serenatella on the Name of Jasha HeifetzMario Castelnuovo-Tedesco, Alberto Bologni, Carlo Palese
Greeting Cards, Op. 170: No. 2, Humoresque on the Name of Tossy SpivakovskyMario Castelnuovo-Tedesco, Alberto Bologni, Carlo Palese
Greeting Cards, Op. 170: No. 3, Intermezzo on the Name of Harvey Siegal - World Premiere RecordingMario Castelnuovo-Tedesco, Alberto Bologni, Carlo Palese
Greeting Cards, Op. 170: No. 4, Valse Bluette on the Name of Eric FriedmannMario Castelnuovo-Tedesco, Alberto Bologni, Carlo Palese
Greeting Cards, Op. 170: No. 25, Hungarian Serenade on the Name of Miklós Rózsa - World Premiere RecordingMario Castelnuovo-Tedesco, Alberto Bologni, Carlo Palese
Sonata quasi una fantasia, Op. 56: I. PrologoMario Castelnuovo-Tedesco, Alberto Bologni, Carlo Palese
Sonata quasi una fantasia, Op. 56: II. IntermezzoMario Castelnuovo-Tedesco, Alberto Bologni, Carlo Palese
Sonata quasi una fantasia, Op. 56: III. EpilogoMario Castelnuovo-Tedesco, Alberto Bologni, Carlo Palese
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