Description
Antonio Vivaldi - Le Quattro Stagioni - I Solisti Veneti DVD
UPC: 8032745720181
Product Features
- Format: DVD-9, PAL, Color, 16:9 / 4:3 Letterbox
- Audio Options: Dolby Digital Surround 5.1, DTS 5.1, PCM Stereo
- Region Code: 2 (Europe)
- Running Time: 70 minutes
- Publisher: Pan Dream SRL / Deltadischi
- Recorded and Mixed by: Millennium Audio Recording, Rome
Overview
This visually stunning performance of Antonio Vivaldi’s Le Quattro Stagioni (The Four Seasons) features the renowned chamber orchestra I Solisti Veneti, conducted by Claudio Scimone. Filmed at the majestic Great Thermae of Emperor Hadrian’s Villa in Tivoli, Italy, this recording combines classical music with the grandeur of ancient Roman architecture. Directed by Enrico Castiglione, this production captures the essence of Vivaldi’s famous work alongside other Italian masterpieces.
In addition to The Four Seasons, the program includes Giuseppe Tartini’s Concerto in D major "S. Antonio" and Gioachino Rossini’s Variazioni per clarinetto e orchestra sui temi del "Mosé in Egitto" e "La donna del lago", providing a rich variety of Italian orchestral music.
Interesting Facts
- Historic Setting: Emperor Hadrian's Villa, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, offers a unique visual backdrop, linking the timeless appeal of Vivaldi’s music with the ancient grandeur of Roman history.
- Maestro Claudio Scimone: A celebrated conductor, Scimone was instrumental in popularizing Italian Baroque music worldwide. His leadership with I Solisti Veneti brings Vivaldi’s vibrant, seasonal motifs to life.
- Vivaldi’s The Four Seasons Legacy: Composed in 1725, The Four Seasons remains one of the most popular works in classical music, renowned for its vivid depiction of nature through innovative use of strings.
- Additional Italian Works: The inclusion of Tartini and Rossini’s compositions celebrates Italy’s rich musical heritage, adding depth and variety to this musical experience.
Program Highlights
- Antonio Vivaldi - Le Quattro Stagioni (The Four Seasons)
- Giuseppe Tartini - Concerto in D major "S. Antonio"
- Gioachino Rossini - Variazioni per clarinetto e orchestra on themes from Mosé in Egitto and La donna del lago
Publishers
Pan Dream SRL / Deltadischi
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