Description

Elegant Boccherini: Guitar Quintets by Newton Classics (2-CD Set)

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UPC: 818247711383
Product Type: Music CD (2-CD Set)
Brand Name: Newton Classics
MPN: 8802138
Genre: Classical
Style: Chamber Music / Guitar Quintet
Composer: Luigi Boccherini (1743–1805)
Artists: Massimo Scattolin (Guitar), Franco Mezzena (Violin I), Stefano Pagliari (Violin II), Luca Volpato (Viola), Julius Berger (Cello)
Release Year: 2012 (Original recording 1993)

Product Features

Format: 2 Audio CDs, Jewel Case
Total Timing: 124'20 (CD1: 70'48; CD2: 53'32)
Recording Type: DDD Stereo
Recording Locations: Sala Palladiana, Villa Emo Capodilista (Treviso) and Chiesa di San Vigilio (Treviso), Italy

Overview

Delight in the refined elegance of Luigi Boccherini’s most celebrated chamber works with this comprehensive 2-CD set from Newton Classics. Luigi Boccherini, an Italian composer who spent much of his career in Spain, seamlessly blended Mediterranean warmth with the structured grace of the Classical era. This collection features five of his most vibrant Guitar Quintets, performed with exquisite precision by guitarist Massimo Scattolin and a distinguished string ensemble.

From the rhythmic flair of the famous "Fandango" in Quintet No. 4 to the evocative, descriptive movements of "La ritirata di Madrid" in Quintet No. 9, these recordings capture the joyful spirit and technical brilliance of Boccherini’s writing. Originally recorded in 1993 in the acoustic splendor of historic Italian villas and churches, this set offers a transparent and immersive listening experience for any lover of classical guitar or chamber music.

Interesting Facts

The Spanish Influence: Boccherini spent decades in Madrid, which heavily influenced his style. You can hear the rhythmic snap of Spanish dance throughout these quintets, especially the "Fandango".
Massimo Scattolin: The featured guitarist is a renowned Italian virtuoso known for his deep exploration of the guitar's chamber music repertoire.
Atmospheric Recording: The use of the Sala Palladiana at Villa Emo Capodilista as a recording venue provides a natural, airy resonance that perfectly suits the "Outdoor" feel of Boccherini’s "Night Music of Madrid".
A Prolific Composer: While Boccherini was a celebrated cellist, his guitar quintets remain some of his most popular works today due to their unique instrumentation and infectious energy.

Track Listing

CD 1 (70'48)

Guitar Quintet No. 1 in D minor G445
Allegro moderato (8'08)
Cantabile (6'01)
Minuetto (4'20)
Finale: Allegro assai (7'00)

Guitar Quintet No. 2 in E G446
Maestoso assai (8'05)
Adagio – Allegretto (6'06)
Polacca (Tempo di minuetto) (6'05)
Guitar Quintet No. 3 in B flat G447
Allegro moderato (8'00)
Tempo di minuetto (4'52)
Adagio (6'37)
Allegro (5'34)

CD 2 (53'32)

Guitar Quintet No. 4 in D G448 ‘Fandango’
Pastorale (4'47)
Allegro maestoso (6'29)
Grave assai – Fandango (11'05)

Guitar Quintet No. 9 in C G453 ‘La ritirata di Madrid’
Allegro maestoso assai (11'21)
Andantino (6'21)
Allegretto (7'00)
Maestoso e lento: ‘La ritirata di Madrid’ (12 variations) (6'29)

Publishers

Label: Newton Classics B.V.
Manufactured in: The Netherlands

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