Description
Vivaldi: L'Estro Armonico Op. 3, Volume II (Concertos 7-12) - SACD Hybrid (Accademia Bizantina)
UPC: 600554764788
MPN: 47647-8
Brand Name: Arts
Overview: Completing The Harmonic Inspiration, Op. 3
This high-fidelity SACD Hybrid (Super Audio CD) contains Volume II (Concertos Nos. 7-12) of Antonio Vivaldi's revolutionary collection, L'Estro Armonico (The Harmonic Inspiration), Op. 3. Originally published in 1711, this set of 12 string concertos profoundly shaped the development of the concerto form throughout the 18th century, pioneering features like orchestral unisono.
This final volume features five movements of the demanding Concerto No. 7 in F Major (for four violins), the frequently performed Concerto No. 8 in A Minor (for two violins), and the brilliant Concerto No. 10 in B Minor (for four violins). The historically informed performances are delivered by Accademia Bizantina, under the direction of Ottavio Dantone, with multiple virtuoso soloists including Stefano Montanari, Fiorenza De Donatis, Paolo Zinzani, and Laura Mirri. The Hybrid SACD format ensures pristine, multichannel sound, capturing the full dynamic range of Vivaldi's Baroque string writing.
? Product Features: Influential Baroque String Concertos
- Format: SACD, Hybrid, Multichannel CD
- Soloists: Stefano Montanari, Fiorenza De Donatis, Paolo Zinzani, Laura Mirri (Violin)
- Conductor: Ottavio Dantone
- Ensemble: Accademia Bizantina
- Period: Baroque
- Released: 2007
- Instrumentation: Multiple Violins, Violas, Cello, and Continuo
- Key Structure: The concertos continue the cycle established in Volume I, alternating between works for four violins, two violins, and solo violin.
Interesting Facts: The Concerto Grosso Tradition in Op. 3
L'Estro Armonico (The Harmonic Inspiration) was Vivaldi's debut collection of printed concertos, instantly elevating his international standing. The second volume showcases the complexity of the concerto a 7 format (seven independent parts).
The organization of Op. 3 means that Concertos 7, 10, and 11 feature four solo violins; Concertos 8 and 11 (the D Minor, RV 565) feature two solo violins; and Concertos 9 and 12 feature a single solo violin. The inclusion of solo cello passages in the ensemble concertos demonstrates the lingering influence of the older Roman concerto grosso style, contrasting the concertino with the full orchestra. Concerto No. 8 (RV 522) remains one of Vivaldi's most popular works from the set, noted for its expressive Larghetto e spiritoso slow movement.
Track Listing (L'Estro Armonico Op. 3 - Volume II)
| Concerto | Movement No. | Title / RV No. | Soloists | Duration (Selected) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| No. 7 In F Major (RV 567) | 1-5 | Andante - Adagio - Allegro - Adagio - Allegro | 4 Violins | 2:23, 1:12, 4:34 |
| No. 8 In A Minor (RV 522) | 6 | Allegro | 2 Violins | 3:12 |
| 7 | Larghetto E Spiritoso | 2:43 | ||
| 8 | Allegro | 2:48 | ||
| No. 9 In D Major (RV 230) | 9 | Allegro | Solo Violin | 2:03 |
| 10 | Larghetto | 2:32 | ||
| 11 | Allegro | 2:02 | ||
| No. 10 In B Minor (RV 580) | 12 | Allegro | 4 Violins | 3:25 |
| 13 | Largo - Larghetto | 1:56 | ||
| 14 | Allegro | 3:16 | ||
| No. 11 In D Minor (RV 565) | 15-18 | Allegro - Adagio - Largo E Spiccato - Allegro | 2 Violins & Cello | 4:00, 2:19, 2:18 (selected) |
| No. 12 In E Major (RV 265) | 19 | Allegro | Solo Violin | 3:19 |
| 20 | Largo | 3:37 | ||
| 21 | Allegro | 2:58 |
Publishers: Edition Details
- Composed By: Antonio Vivaldi
- Label: Arts
- Catalog Number: 47647-8
- Country of Release: Europe
- Release Year: 2007
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