Immerse yourself in the timeless beauty of Antonio Vivaldi's masterpiece, "Le Quattro Stagioni" (The Four Seasons), released on MUSO in 2018. This exquisite collection of four violin concertos, each representing a season, showcases Vivaldi's unparalleled ability to evoke vivid imagery and emotion through music. The album spans a total of 76 minutes, offering a rich and immersive experience that highlights the composer's innovative use of tonality and vivid programmatic elements.
Each concerto is divided into three movements, mirroring the structure of a sonata da chiesa, and is accompanied by sonnets that may have been written by Vivaldi himself. The concertos are presented in two versions, providing a unique opportunity to appreciate the nuances and variations in Vivaldi's compositions. From the lively and joyous "La primavera" (Spring) to the introspective and melancholic "L'inverno" (Winter), Vivaldi's "Le Quattro Stagioni" is a testament to his genius and remains a cornerstone of the classical music repertoire. Whether you are a seasoned classical enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album is a captivating journey through the seasons, as seen through the eyes of one of history's greatest composers.
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Tracks
Concerto No. 1 in E Major, Op. 8, RV 269 "La primavera": I. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, I Solisti Aquilani, Daniele Orlando
Concerto No. 1 in E Major, Op. 8, RV 269 "La primavera": II. Largo e pianissimoAntonio Vivaldi, I Solisti Aquilani, Daniele Orlando
Concerto No. 1 in E Major, Op. 8, RV 269 "La primavera": III. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, I Solisti Aquilani, Daniele Orlando
Concerto No. 2 in G Minor, Op. 8, RV 315 "L'estate": I. Allegro mà non moltoAntonio Vivaldi, I Solisti Aquilani, Daniele Orlando
Concerto No. 2 in G Minor, Op. 8, RV 315 "L'estate": II. Adagio - PrestoAntonio Vivaldi, I Solisti Aquilani, Daniele Orlando
Concerto No. 2 in G Minor, Op. 8, RV 315 "L'estate": III. PrestoAntonio Vivaldi, I Solisti Aquilani, Daniele Orlando
Concerto No. 3 in F Major, Op. 8, RV 293 "L'autunno": I. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, I Solisti Aquilani, Daniele Orlando
Concerto No. 3 in F Major, Op. 8, RV 293 "L'autunno": II. Adagio moltoAntonio Vivaldi, I Solisti Aquilani, Daniele Orlando
Concerto No. 3 in F Major, Op. 8, RV 293 "L'autunno": III. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, I Solisti Aquilani, Daniele Orlando
Concerto No. 4 in F Minor, Op. 8, RV 297 "L'inverno": I. Allegro non moltoAntonio Vivaldi, I Solisti Aquilani, Daniele Orlando
Concerto No. 4 in F Minor, Op. 8, RV 297 "L'inverno": II. LargoAntonio Vivaldi, I Solisti Aquilani, Daniele Orlando
Concerto No. 4 in F Minor, Op. 8, RV 297 "L'inverno": III. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, I Solisti Aquilani, Daniele Orlando
Concerto No. 1 in E Major, Op. 8, RV 269 "La primavera": I. Allegro - Alternative VersionAntonio Vivaldi, I Solisti Aquilani, Daniele Orlando
Concerto No. 1 in E Major, Op. 8, RV 269 "La primavera": II. Largo e pianissimo - Alternative VersionAntonio Vivaldi, I Solisti Aquilani, Daniele Orlando
Concerto No. 1 in E Major, Op. 8, RV 269 "La primavera": III. Allegro - Alternative VersionAntonio Vivaldi, I Solisti Aquilani, Daniele Orlando
Concerto No. 2 in G Minor, Op. 8, RV 315 "L'estate": I. Allegro mà non molto - Alternative VersionAntonio Vivaldi, I Solisti Aquilani, Daniele Orlando
Concerto No. 2 in G Minor, Op. 8, RV 315 "L'estate": II. Adagio - Presto - Alternative VersionAntonio Vivaldi, I Solisti Aquilani, Daniele Orlando
Concerto No. 2 in G Minor, Op. 8, RV 315 "L'estate": III. Presto - Alternative VersionAntonio Vivaldi, I Solisti Aquilani, Daniele Orlando
Concerto No. 3 in F Major, Op. 8, RV 293 "L'autunno": I. Allegro - Alternative VersionAntonio Vivaldi, I Solisti Aquilani, Daniele Orlando
Concerto No. 3 in F Major, Op. 8, RV 293 "L'autunno": II. Adagio molto - Alternative VersionAntonio Vivaldi, I Solisti Aquilani, Daniele Orlando
Concerto No. 3 in F Major, Op. 8, RV 293 "L'autunno": III. Allegro - Alternative VersionAntonio Vivaldi, I Solisti Aquilani, Daniele Orlando
Concerto No. 4 in F Minor, Op. 8, RV 297 "L'inverno": I. Allegro non molto - Alternative VersionAntonio Vivaldi, I Solisti Aquilani, Daniele Orlando
Concerto No. 4 in F Minor, Op. 8, RV 297 "L'inverno": II. Largo - Alternative VersionAntonio Vivaldi, I Solisti Aquilani, Daniele Orlando
Concerto No. 4 in F Minor, Op. 8, RV 297 "L'inverno": III. Allegro - Alternative VersionAntonio Vivaldi, I Solisti Aquilani, Daniele Orlando
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