Virtuoso Vivaldi

Track Listings

1. Sinfonia In G, RV 149: I

2. Sinfonia In G, RV 149: II

3. Sinfonia In G, RV 149: III

4. Concerto In D For Flute And Strings, RV 428: I

5. Concerto In D For Flute And Strings, RV 428: II

6. Concerto In D For Flute And Strings, RV 428: III

7. Concerto Grosso In D Minor For 2 Violins...: I

8. Concerto Grosso In D Minor For 2 Violins...: II

9. Concerto Grosso In D Minor For 2 Violins...: III

10. Concerto In G For 2 Mandolins And Strings: I

11. Concerto In G For 2 Mandolins And Strings: II

12. Concerto In G For 2 Mandolins And Strings: III

13. Concerto In G Minor For Bassoon And Strings: I

14. Concerto In G Minor For Bassoon And Strings: II

15. Concerto In G Minor For Bassoon And Strings: III

16. Concerto In C For 2 Trumpets And Strings: I

17. Concerto In C For 2 Trumpets And Strings: II

18. Concerto In C For 2 Trumpets And Strings: III

Tracks:

Aria: Alla Caccia Dell'alme E De' Cori
Recitativo: Ma Sia Crudele O Infida
Aria: Preso Sei Mio Cor Piagato
Recitativo: Qual Per Ignoto Calle
Aria: Quel Passagier Son Io
Recitativo: Deh, Piu Non Regni Nel Tuo Gentil Petto
Aria: Qual Dopo Lampi E Turbini
Piangero Sinche L'onda - Ruggiero
Prelude After Vivaldi (Theorbo Solo)
Aria: Care Selve, Amici Prati
Recitativo: Ben Mal'accorto E Folle All'or Io Fui
Aria: Placido In Letto Ombroso
Largo
Allegro
Largo
Allegro
Recitativo: Perfidissimo Cor! Iniquo Fato!
Aria: Nel Torbido Mio Petto
Recitativo: Cosi Dunque Tradisci Chi Contenta
Aria: Piu Amar Non Spero, No
Di Verde Ulivo - Vitellia
Recitativo: Pianti, Sospiri E Dimandar Mercede
Aria: Lusinga E Del Nocchier
Recitativo: O Ingannato Nocchiero
Aria: Cor Ingrato Dispietato

Customer Reviews:

Jaroussky has a gifted voice.......2006-06-21

In early polyphony, the contratenor was a voice part in melodic counterpoint against the tenor. It was written roughly in the same range as the tenor. In the 15th century, contratenor split into contratenor altus and contratenor bassus, which were respectively above and below the tenor. By the 16th century, however, the term became obsolete as Latin lost popularity. In Italy, the contratenor altus became simply alto; in France, haute-contre; in England, countertenor.

Countertenors remained in the niche of sacred vocal music, in part because women were banned from singing in church services. However, they were not prominently featured in the rise of opera. Handel would occasionally write a part specifically for a countertenor, but the castrati were vastly more popular. As a result, the countertenor voice was found only in cathedral choirs and the occasional early music ensemble for a few centuries.

The most visible icon of the countertenor revival was Alfred Deller, an English singer and champion of authentic early music performance. Deller initially called himself an "alto", but his collaborator Michael Tippett recommended the archaic term "countertenor" to describe his voice. In the 1950s and 60s, his group, the Deller Consort, increased audiences' awareness of (and appreciation for) renaissance and Baroque music. Benjamin Britten wrote the role of Oberon in his setting of A Midsummer Night's Dream for him. Deller was the first modern countertenor to achieve such celebrity, but he would not be the last. Russell Oberlin was Deller's American counterpart, and another early music pioneer. Oberlin's success was entirely unprecedented in a country that had seen little exposure to anything before Bach, and it paved the way for the next generation of countertenors.

Today, countertenors are much in demand in many forms of classical music. In opera, many roles originally written for castrati are now sung by countertenors, as are some trouser roles. Modern composers write countertenor parts, both in choral works and opera. Men's choral groups such as Chanticleer and the King's Singers employ them to great effect in a variety of genres, including early music, gospel, and even folk songs.
A few countertenors have a range comparable to a female soprano. They are usually called sopranists, and often sing higher castrato arias. As there are not many of them, Jaroussky is the latest countertenor and should the word "gifted" for him suits his special talent, this CD deserves a 4 star.

a voice teacher and early music fan.......2006-05-20

The vocal selections on this disc include 2 arias from Vivaldi operas. However, at that time the cantatas and the operas were very closely aligned using the same instrumentation and truthfully it would be difficult to tell the difference between them had I not been previously informed. Jaroussky has excellent vocal technique;in fact in some passages he astounds the listener. His aria :Cor ingrato dispietato (from an opera) displays amazing breath control and clean clear notes. If there is something lacking it is in slow passages that demand more intensity and emotion; age and experience will certainly help!!!And his voice sounds better when the music has a high tessitura. He's a fresh new voice in the world of countertenors. My appreciation knows no bounds for the "Ensemble Artaserse";they are truly excellent and skilled on their instruments; wonderful to hear. This is really a great disc!!!!

Jaroussky is exceptional.......2005-09-07

Jaroussky's singing adds to the growing interest in Vivaldian opera. His performance of "Qual Dopo ..." is both a demonstration of the great technique and artistry of his beautiful voice. For those curious to explore his singing range, try his masterful deliverance of arias such as "Tu m'offendi",from La Verita en Cimento, and "Sol da te", from "Orlando Furioso" where he honors the composer with the nuances, adornments, and melodic draws of his voice. This CD would have showcased the cantata genre much better had the musical selection been more diverse in note and tempo. Nonetheless, Jaroussky is at his best!

A pleasant surprise.......2005-05-20

Countertenor is not this reviewer's favorite range of male singer. That's probably so because it is both unfamiliar and underperformed and, when it is sung, never comes off as quite natural to the singer himself. In many respects, it really is an outdated male vocal range that should have gone the way of castrati. Interestingly, it seems to going in just the opposite direction. At least Virgin Classics must think so because last month it released a new CD by countertenor Philippe Jaroussky singing Vivaldi Cantatas, with the Ensemble Artaserse -- and it is surprisingly good. The CD consists of a couple quite beautiful period solo ensemble selections, theorbo etc. (See cut #9 "Prelude to Vivaldi") and vocals that demonstrate the best of what a countertenor sounds like, most notably Piangero Sinche L'onda, Ruggiero. Mr. Jaroussky's voice is both agile and open and his diction is punctuated and enhanced by a smooth delivery that is passionate enough, such that each piece comes off as a personal story that truly captivates the listener. An added plus is the fact that the thematic organization of this CD is even. In other words, you won't be reaching for the "skip" button here. The quality of the recording, too, is excellent. Although many listeners prefer the live aspect of concert performances, the very thing that attracts, can also produce a hollow, almost metallic sound in a live hall. In Cantatas, you won't find any unevenness or harsh selections. You might even find that you are pleasantly surprised by how intriguing it is.

Another Fine Countertenor Lights Up The World!.......2005-04-13

This exciting recording of Vivaldi cantatas for solo voice and instrumental ensemble is one of the more compelling releases of the year to date! While the music of the glorious Venetian Antonio Vivaldi is well known, especially the standard repertoire `The Four Seasons' and the choral works and chamber works - even some operas - the cantatas are rarely performed and this CD of his best ones should change that.

Philippe Jaroussky is yet another fine countertenor who is rather recent on the scene. With the growing popularity of musicians courageous and gifted enough to become successful in the countertenor repertoire (just pause for a moment and think of the significant number a star quality countertenors on the stages today), the numerous pieces for this range of voice continue to appear. Vivaldi's cantatas are refined, beautifully embellished, demanding consummate artistry of not only the high hurdles for the voice but also for the accompanying forces. Jaroussky seems to have endless breath, singing the long extended lines with total ease. His embellishments alter with each da capo as to the period born! This is a voice a great power and warmth and one that feels married to the texts.

Providing brilliant collaboration is the Ensemble Artaserse and period instruments. The variety of color is awe-inspiring and the technique of these unique musicians is impeccable. In their solo portions they produce a richly elegant - yes, Venetian sound. And in tandem with Jaroussky the complete effect is one of single purpose, line, and harmony.

This is a new CD to treasure and the sampling is generous. For this reviewer this is a new repertoire to explore and it would be difficult to imagine forces better suited to these treasures than those on this CD. Highly recommended. Grady Harp, April 05

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Virtuoso Trumpet

Manufacturer: Vanguard Classics
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

Quartets | Chamber Music | Classical | Styles | Music

General | Chamber Music | Classical | Styles | Music

General | Classical | Styles | Music
ASIN: B0000023AA
Release Date: 1998-09-15

Tracks:

Trumpet Voluntary: Allegro maestoso
Concerto In C Major For 2 Trumpets, RV 537: Allegro
Concerto In C Major For 2 Trumpets, RV 537: Largo
Concerto In C Major For 2 Trumpets, RV 537: Allegro
Sonata For 4 Trumpets: Andante; Presto
Sonata For 4 Trumpets: Adagio; Allegro
Sonata For Trumpet: Allegro
Sonata For Trumpet: Largo
Sonata For Trumpet: Allegro
Sonata For Trumpet
Trumpet Overture From The Indian Queen
Sinfonia For 4 Trumpets: Maestoso: Allegro
Sinfonia For 4 Trumpets: Adagio, Allegro
Sonata For Trumpet: Grave; Allegro
Sonata For Trumpet: Grave, Allegro
Sonata For Trumpet: Lento, Allegro
Sonata For Trumpet: Grave; Maestoso
Trumpet Tune: Allegro marziale maestoso

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Great Trumpet Music From Great Composers

Virtuoso Trumpet

Manufacturer: Teldec
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

Waltzes | Ballets & Dances | Classical | Styles | Music

Suites | Forms & Genres | Classical | Styles | Music

Scherzo | Forms & Genres | Classical | Styles | Music

General | Classical | Styles | Music

General | Chamber Music | Classical | Styles | Music

Compilations | Classical | Styles | Music
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Trumpet Concertos
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Classic Wynton

ASIN: B000000SMX
Release Date: 1994-07-05

Tracks:

Tsar Saltan: Flight Of The Bumble Bee
Concerto In A Flat Major: Allegro
Concerto In E Flat Major For Trumpet And Orchestra, H. VIIe, 1: Finale: Allegro
Suite No. 2 In B Minor, BWV 1067: Badinerie
Concert Valse
Theme And Variations On 'The Carnival Of Venice'
Concerto In D Major For Trumpet And Orchestra: Allegro
Concerto (I) In D Major For Trumpet, Strings And Continuo: Allegro-Adagio-Presto-Adagio-Allegro
Concerto (II) In D Major For Trumpet, Strings And Continuo: Allegro-Adagio-Allegro-Grave-Allegro-Adagio-Allegro
Concerto In D Major For 3 Trumpets, 2 Oboes, Strings, Timpani And Continuo: Overture
Arbucklenia Polka
Hora staccato
Concerto In C Major For 2 Trumpets And Orchestra: Largo-Allegro molto
Trumpet Voluntary

Customer Reviews:

Great Trumpet Music From Great Composers.......2001-10-01

This CD was great! It has all sorts of cheerful, skilled trumpeting. It has everything from "Flight of the Bumblebee" to "Carnival of Venice" to "Badinerie." My personal favorite is "Carnival of Venice." I also, however, enjoy "Flight of the Bumblebee", "Badinerie," and "Allegro(the second one)." The trumpeting is very nice, and even SOUNDS challenging. The tone quality is perfect, with no static or mistakes in the CD. All in all, I would recommend this CD to anyone who likes trumpet music, anyone who likes good music, or just anyone who likes music.

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Just a Dream CD
Performance 5 stars; sound quality 2 stars
An addictive listen
I loved this album
My favorite album of Liona Boyd

Baroque Favorites

Manufacturer: Moston Records
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

Suites | Forms & Genres | Classical | Styles | Music

General | Classical | Styles | Music

General | Chamber Music | Classical | Styles | Music

General | Opera & Vocal | Styles | Music

Cantatas | Vocal Non-Opera | Opera & Vocal | Styles | Music
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ASIN: B00000IKTL
Release Date: 1999-04-06

Tracks:

Jesu Joy Of Man's Desiring
Adagio For Guitar And Strings
Sleepers Awake
Concerto In D Minor: Andante Spicatto
Concerto In D Minor: Adagio
Concerto In D Minor: Presto
Air On A G String
Concerto In D Major: Allegro
Concerto In D Major: Adagio
Concerto In D Major: Allegro
Concerto In D Major: Allegro
Concerto In D Major: Largo
Concerto In D Major: Allegro

Customer Reviews:

Just a Dream CD.......2004-01-25

Wonderful, Liona manages again to make me feel in heaven. What an artist, what a beautiful performance. Can't recall anyone even coming close to her virtuosity.

Performance 5 stars; sound quality 2 stars.......2000-12-02

My first encounter with this recording occurred in 1979 when I acquired it in LP (on a vinyl record for those of you born after 1980) form. I developed a great fondness for it; and I was delighted to discover it now existed in CD format. Delight, unfortunately, soon yielded to disappointment when a few minutes of listening told me that the sound quality of the CD was distinctly inferior to the sound on the LP. Just to make certain, I pulled out the LP once again; and, sure enough, the LP does sound much better. The CD sound is strangled and compressed compared to the open and airy sound of the record; and for some reason there is a noticeable sound of tape hiss on the CD, which is distinctly missing on the LP. The problem: the CD was probably created from second or third generation copies rather than from the original masters. What a shame. I acquired three other Liona Boyd CD's at the same time I got this one; and there are no sonic problems with them. Why did one of her best moments have to be given inferior treatment?

An addictive listen.......2000-07-21

I first heard this music, and an interview with Ms Boyd, on a plane in around 1981. I loved the music and her. I got it as soon as I could and it was often on my turntable. I was delighted to find it on CD. This is a great album. Her playing and the orchestral accompaniment, led by the incomparable Andrew Davis, blend into a CD you'll wear out.

I loved this album.......2000-04-18

Wonderful work..Well done,Liona! Brings me back to a special place....

My favorite album of Liona Boyd.......2000-01-15

I just happen to love Baroque Music, and especially Vivaldi. My collection is quite large, but I consider this one of my treasures. Great sound quality, as always with Liona, and the English Chamber Orchestra backs her up beautifully. A must for every CD collection.

Per Monsiuer Pisendel -- Six Virtuoso Violin Sonatas of the Baroque

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Per Monsiuer Pisendel -- Six Virtuoso Violin Sonatas of the Baroque

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Classical | Imports | Stores | Music
ASIN: B000089AOY
Release Date: 2004-03-22

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The Virtuoso Flute, Vol 1

Manufacturer: Musical Heritage Society, Vanguard Classics
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

General | Classical | Styles | Music
ASIN: B000MXBXEM

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ASIN: B0000023BK
Release Date: 1997-01-07

Tracks:

Concerto For Flute And Orchestra No. 1 In G Major, K. 313: Allegro Maestoso
Concerto For Flute And Orchestra No. 1 In G Major, K. 313: Adagio non troppo
Concerto For Flute And Orchestra No. 1 In G Major, K. 313: Rondo: Tempo di Menuetto
Andante For Flute And Orchestra In C, K. 315
Concerto For Flute And Strings In D, 'Il Cardellino' (The Goldfinch), R. 428: Allegro
Concerto For Flute And Strings In D, 'Il Cardellino' (The Goldfinch), R. 428: Cantabile
Concerto For Flute And Strings In D, 'Il Cardellino' (The Goldfinch), R. 428: Allegro
Concerto For Piccolo, Strings, And Continuo In C Major, R. 443: Allegro
Concerto For Piccolo, Strings, And Continuo In C Major, R. 443: Largo
Concerto For Piccolo, Strings, And Continuo In C Major, R. 443: Allegro molto
Fantasia On 'Greensleeves'

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Virtuoso Concertos for Corno da cassia
Johann Friedrich Fasch , Johann Valentin Rathgeber , Johannes Sperger , Antonio Vivaldi , Jan Dismas Zelenka , Virtuosi Saxoniae , and Ludwig Guttler
Manufacturer: Berlin Classics
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

General | Symphonies | Classical | Styles | Music

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General | Chamber Music | Classical | Styles | Music
ASIN: B0000035M2
Release Date: 2005-10-01

Tracks:

Capriccio No.5 in G: (Allegro)
Capriccio No.5 in G: (Minuetto 1)-Minuetto 2
Capriccio No.5 in G: 'Il Contento'-(Trio)
Capriccio No.5 in G: 'Il Furibondo'. Presto Assai
Capriccio No.5 in G: Villanella (1)-Vilanella 2
Con in C, Op.6 No.19: Allegro
Con in C, Op.6 No.19: Adagio
Con in C, Op.6 No.19: Allegro
Con in F, RV 539: Allegro
Con in F, RV 539: Larghetto
Con in F, RV 539: Allegro
Con in D: Allegro
Con in D: Andante
Con in D: Allegro
Con in D: Allegro Moderato
Con in D: Andante Poco Adagio
Con in D: Rondo. Allegro Moderato

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Virtuoso Brass

Manufacturer: Delos Records
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

Quintets | Chamber Music | Classical | Styles | Music

General | Chamber Music | Classical | Styles | Music

General | Classical | Styles | Music

General | Opera & Vocal | Styles | Music

Baroque (c.1600-1750) | Historical Periods | Opera & Vocal | Styles | Music

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Tracks:

Rondeau
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Sound An Alarm: Overture
Sound An Alarm: Total Eclipse
Sound An Alarm: March
Sound An Alarm: Ah Let Me Weep
Sound an Alarm
Concerto In D Minor: Allegro In C Minor
Concerto In D Minor: Allegro
Concerto In D Minor: Largo
Concerto In D Minor: Allegro
Fanfare
Suite From The Monteregian Hills: La Marche
Suite From The Monteregian Hills: Chansom mncolique
Suite From The Monteregian Hills: Valse ridicule
Suite From The Monteregian Hills: Danse Villageoise
Enchanted Forest Suite: Dawn
Enchanted Forest Suite: Gnomes
Enchanted Forest Suite: Water Nymphs
Enchanted Forest Suite: Unicorn
Sonatine: Allegro
Sonatine: Andante
Sonatine: Allegro vivo
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Virtuoso Horn Duo: Works for 2 Horns and Chamber Orchestra

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Virtuoso Horn Duo: Works for 2 Horns and Chamber Orchestra

Manufacturer: MSR Classics
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

General | Symphonies | Classical | Styles | Music

General | Classical | Styles | Music

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ASIN: B000NDI4UW
Release Date: 2007-02-06

Tracks:

HAYDN: Concerto in E-Flat - Allegro Maestoso
HAYDN: Concerto in E-Flat - Romance
HAYDN: Concerto in E-Flat - Rondo
VIVALDI: Concerto No.11 - Allegro-Adagio
VIVALDI: Concerto No.11 - Allegro-Fuga
VIVALDI: Concerto No.11 - Largo e Spiccato
VIVALDI: Concerto No.11 - Allegro
ROSETTI: Concerto No.III - Allegro con brio
ROSETTI: Concerto No.III - Romance
ROSETTI: Concerto No.III - Rondo
TURNER: Twas a Dark and Stormy Night (2006)

Product Description

It is with great pleasure that we present these four works for two solo horns and chamber orchestra. The opening concerto by Haydn has been a source of controversy among horn players for quite some time. This charming and highly melodic work has all the trademarks of a concerto by his contemporary, the horn player Antonio Rosetti. Indeed, it would not at all have been unusual for Rosetti to use the great Haydn name in order to sell what may have been his finest piece of music. Apparently that sort of thing was done rather regularly in those days. The version on this recording is from the first publication of the Oettinger-Wallenstein Manuscript and was arranged by Edmond Leloir. The concerto in E-flat by Rosetti, which we have included on this album, could almost stand as proof of this theory as there are many similarities between the two works. Antonio Rosetti understood the horn remarkably well- he was after all a horn player- and this is quite evident in these two works. The version recorded here of the Concerto Grosso number 11 from the larger group of works entitled L`estro armonico is an arrangement that was presented to us by Mr. Zoltan Varga with the request that we perform it at the Hungarian International Horn Festival at Mór. After assessing its success, we decided to include it on this recording.It has become a staple of our repertoire ever since. The decision regarding the fourth work of the album was not an easy one. There is, after all, a plethora of great concertos written for 2 horns and orchestra-Bach, Vivaldi, Leopold Mozart, Kuhlau, Händel and Telemann, to name just a few. Naturally we wanted to include something a little bit different and perhaps something new. Thus we came upon the idea to rework a piece of mine originally composed for solo horn and organ. We had previously performed this piece rearranged for two horns and piano at a recital in Rome. At that time, I knew that this Gothic-sounding work had not yet found its true home. Adding

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1. Sinfonia In G, RV 149: I
2. Sinfonia In G, RV 149: II
3. Sinfonia In G, RV 149: III
4. Concerto In D For Flute And Strings, RV 428: I
5. Concerto In D For Flute And Strings, RV 428: II
6. Concerto In D For Flute And Strings, RV 428: III
7. Concerto Grosso In D Minor For 2 Violins...: I
8. Concerto Grosso In D Minor For 2 Violins...: II
9. Concerto Grosso In D Minor For 2 Violins...: III
10. Concerto In G For 2 Mandolins And Strings: I
11. Concerto In G For 2 Mandolins And Strings: II
12. Concerto In G For 2 Mandolins And Strings: III
13. Concerto In G Minor For Bassoon And Strings: I
14. Concerto In G Minor For Bassoon And Strings: II
15. Concerto In G Minor For Bassoon And Strings: III
16. Concerto In C For 2 Trumpets And Strings: I
17. Concerto In C For 2 Trumpets And Strings: II
18. Concerto In C For 2 Trumpets And Strings: III