Antonio Vivaldi: Concerti Da Camera – The Chamber Concertos (Collegium Pro Musica) / 3xCD

Product Details

• UPC: 5028421943329
• MPN (Catalogue Number): 94332
• Product Type: 3x Audio CD Album
• Brand/Label: Brilliant Classics
• Composer: Antonio Lucio Vivaldi
• Performer/Ensemble: Collegium Pro Musica
• Country: Europe
• Released: 2012
• Genre: Classical
• Style: Baroque Chamber Music, Concerto Da Camera

Overview

This 3-CD set, Antonio Vivaldi: Concerti Da Camera (Chamber Concertos), presents a captivating collection of small-scale instrumental works by the Venetian master, Antonio Vivaldi (1678–1741). Vivaldi, a pivotal figure of the Baroque era, revolutionized the concerto form. These Concerti da Camera are miniature concertos and sonatas, typically scored for three or four solo instruments without a full orchestra, allowing for intimate, vibrant, and highly detailed musical conversations.

Performed by the specialist Baroque ensemble Collegium Pro Musica, featuring soloists like recorder player Stefano Bagliano and violinist Federico Guglielmo, this recording captures the wit, inventiveness, and dazzling virtuosity inherent in Vivaldi’s genius. The collection is an essential addition for listeners seeking a deep dive into Vivaldi's chamber music, showcasing his diverse instrumental combinations and his profound influence on later composers like J. S. Bach.

Product Features

• Three-Disc Collection: Contains an extensive selection of Vivaldi's Concerti da Camera (Chamber Concertos) and instrumental Sonatas.
• Baroque Authenticity: Performed by the Collegium Pro Musica, specialists in historically informed performance.
• Intimate Ensemble: Highlights Vivaldi's writing for small, diverse groups of instruments (Recorder, Oboe, Violin, Bassoon).
• High-Value Release: Published by Brilliant Classics, known for offering high-quality classical recordings at moderate prices.
• Detailed Repertoire: Includes works identified by the Ryom Verzeichnis (RV) catalogue numbers, such as RV87, RV95, RV103, and the Sonata in A minor, RV86.

Interesting Facts

• The Chamber Concerto: The Concerto da Camera (Chamber Concerto) was a distinct form in the late Baroque period, differing from the orchestral concerto (Concerto Grosso) by being scored for a small number of soloists with only a basso continuo. This intimacy allowed Vivaldi to experiment more freely with instrumental color and texture.
• Vivaldi's Influence: Vivaldi’s clear, sequential melodic writing and use of the ritornello form were central to the Baroque style. His works were eagerly studied and transcribed by other composers, most famously by J. S. Bach, who adapted many of Vivaldi’s concertos for keyboard instruments.
• Collegium Pro Musica: The ensemble and featured soloists are well-regarded practitioners of Baroque music, ensuring stylistic accuracy in ornamentation, tempo, and articulation, bringing Vivaldi's original intent to life.

Track Listing

CD 1 (49:48)

1-3. Concerto in C RV 87 (7:29) 4-6. Concerto in G minor RV 107 (8:00) 7-9. Concerto in D RV 95 (8:37) 10-12. Concerto in D RV 94 (9:09) 13-15. Concerto in F RV 99 (8:09) 16-18. Concerto in G minor RV 105 (8:19)

CD 2 (49:32)

1-3. Concerto in F RV 100 (7:25) 4-7. Sonata in A minor RV 86 (9:52) 8-10. Concerto in G minor RV 106 (7:53) 11-14. Concerto in C RV 801 (8:23) 15-17. Concerto in D minor RV 96 (1:08) 18-20. Concerto in G minor RV 103 (9:03)

CD 3 (45:34)

1-3. Concerto in A minor RV 108 (7:04) 4-6. Concerto in D RV 84 (7:06) 7-9. Concerto in D RV 91 (6:56) 10-12. Sonata in C minor RV 83 (7:21) 13-15. Concerto in D RV 92 (9:50) 16-18. Concerto in C RV 88 (7:12)

Featured Soloists:

• Recorder - Stefano Bagliano
• Violin - Federico Guglielmo
• Oboe - Pieruligi Fabretti
• Bassoon - Andrea Bressan

Publishers

Label: Brilliant Classics Producer: Brilliant Classics Country: Europe

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