Antonio Vivaldi: Concerto for Various Instruments and Continuo in F Major, RV 97

Product Information

• ISMN: 9790041908489 / 979-0041908489
• Product Type: Sheet Music
• Setting: Concertos
• Period: Baroque
• Weight: 0.12 kg
• Published: 1984
• Publisher: Ricordi
• Item Number: PR00084800
• Other Reference: PR 848

Overview

The "Concerto for Various Instruments and Continuo in F Major, RV 97" is a delightful and inventive work by Antonio Vivaldi, composed for a colorful and unusual ensemble: two oboes, viola d’amore, bassoon, and two horns, supported by continuo. This concerto is a testament to Vivaldi’s bold and imaginative orchestration, offering a rich tapestry of timbres and textures that captivate both performers and listeners.

What makes this concerto stand out is its unique combination of solo instruments, each with a distinct sonic identity: the sweet, resonant voice of the viola d’amore, the bright and articulate oboes, the earthy tone of the bassoon, and the majestic yet rustic sound of the horns. Vivaldi skillfully balances these elements, allowing each instrument moments of prominence while also weaving them together in complex and expressive dialogue. Structured in the traditional three-movement form—fast–slow–fast—the concerto moves through lively outer movements full of rhythmic drive and a central lyrical movement that reveals the expressive capabilities of the ensemble. Throughout, Vivaldi employs brilliant counterpoint, dynamic contrasts, and vivid harmonic color to showcase the full expressive range of this unique instrumentation. This concerto is a fine example of Vivaldi’s experimental spirit and his ability to blend refinement with innovation, marking it as a standout piece within the Baroque concerto repertoire.

Italian Translation - Overview 

The "Concerto for Various Instruments and Continuo in F Major, RV 97" is a delightful and inventive work by Antonio Vivaldi, composed for a colorful and unusual ensemble: two oboes, viola d’amore, bassoon, and two horns, supported by continuo. This concerto is a testament to Vivaldi’s bold and imaginative orchestration, offering a rich tapestry of timbres and textures that captivate both performers and listeners.

What makes this concerto stand out is its unique combination of solo instruments, each with a distinct sonic identity: the sweet, resonant voice of the viola d’amore, the bright and articulate oboes, the earthy tone of the bassoon, and the majestic yet rustic sound of the horns. Vivaldi skillfully balances these elements, allowing each instrument moments of prominence while also weaving them together in complex and expressive dialogue. Structured in the traditional three-movement form—fast–slow–fast—the concerto moves through lively outer movements full of rhythmic drive and a central lyrical movement that reveals the expressive capabilities of the ensemble. Throughout, Vivaldi employs brilliant counterpoint, dynamic contrasts, and vivid harmonic color to showcase the full expressive range of this unique instrumentation. This concerto is a fine example of Vivaldi’s experimental spirit and his ability to blend refinement with innovation, marking it as a standout piece within the Baroque concerto repertoire.

Product Features

• Format: Orchestral Score
• Dimensions: Standard A4
• Instrumentation: 2 Oboes, Viola d'Amore, Bassoon, 2 Horns, and Continuo
• Period: Baroque, showcasing Vivaldi's distinctive compositional style
• Length: Approximately 40 pages

Interesting Facts

• Unique Instrumentation: This concerto is notable for its combination of instruments, particularly the viola d'amore, which adds a unique timbre to the ensemble.
• Cultural Context: Composed during the Baroque period, this work reflects the high standards of musical patronage and the flourishing of instrumental music.
• Performance History: RV 97 is often performed in chamber music settings and is appreciated for its intricate interplay between the various instruments.

Italian Translation - Interesting Facts

• Strumentazione Unica: Questo concerto si distingue per la combinazione di strumenti, in particolare la viola d’amore, che aggiunge un timbro unico all’ensemble.
• Contesto Culturale: Composto durante il periodo barocco, il brano riflette gli elevati standard del mecenatismo musicale e il fiorire della musica strumentale.
• Storia delle Esecuzioni: L’RV 97 è spesso eseguito in contesti di musica da camera ed è apprezzato per l’intreccio raffinato tra i vari strumenti.

Publishers

Published by Ricordi in 1984. All rights reserved under item number PR00084800 and ISMN 9790041908489 / 979-0041908489.

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