DECCA – THE STEFFANI PROJECT | 4-CD Set (World Premiere Recordings)

CECILIA BARTOLI + DIEGO FASOLIS

Product Information

• Title: DECCA – THE STEFFANI PROJECT
• Artists: Cecilia Bartoli & Diego Fasolis
• Product Type: 4-CD Set (World Premiere Recordings)
• Label: DECCA / Universal Music Group
• Composer: Agostino Steffani (1654-1728)
• Format: CD
• Total Duration: 3 hours 48 minutes 21 seconds
• Release Years: Mission (2012), others (2013)
• Identifiers: UPC 028947858270
• Manufacturing: Made in the EU

Overview

The Steffani Project is an extraordinary 4-CD set that unravels the hidden musical measures of Agostino Steffani's operas and sacred works. Under the inspired interpretations of Cecilia Bartoli and the masterful direction of Diego Fasolis, this collection tells a fascinating story interwoven with international politics, church intrigues, and diplomatic secrets, all conveyed through sensational Baroque music. Discover the unique beauty and lavish expressiveness of this largely unknown yet remarkable composer through three thematic sections: Mission, Danze e Ouvertures, and Stabat Mater.

French Translation – Overview (Aperçu)

Le Projet Steffani est un ensemble exceptionnel de 4 CD qui révèle les mesures musicales cachées des opéras et œuvres sacrées d'Agostino Steffani. Sous les interprétations inspirées de Cecilia Bartoli et la direction magistrale de Diego Fasolis, cette collection raconte une histoire fascinante mêlant politique internationale, intrigues ecclésiastiques et secrets diplomatiques, le tout transmis à travers une musique baroque sensationnelle. Découvrez la beauté unique et l'expressivité somptueuse de ce compositeur encore méconnu à travers trois sections thématiques : Mission, Danze e Ouvertures, et Stabat Mater.

Product Features

• In-Depth Exploration:
  Uncovers Steffani's operatic and sacred masterpieces with exclusive world premiere recordings.
• Thematic Sections:  Artistic Collaboration:
  • MISSION: Excerpts from Steffani’s operas revealing dramatic narratives and historical intrigues.
  • DANZE E OUVERTURES: A vibrant collection of dances and overtures that capture the spirit of early Baroque festivity.
  • STABAT MATER: Sacred works that evoke profound spirituality and the timeless lament of the Stabat Mater.
• 
  Features the stellar vocal artistry of Cecilia Bartoli paired with the insightful direction of Diego Fasolis.
• Historical Insight:
  The project unveils a fascinating story of international politics, church intrigues, and diplomatic secrets behind Steffani’s music.
• World Premiere Recordings:
  All recordings are world premieres, making this set a landmark in Baroque music discovery.

Interesting Facts

English

• Uncovering History:
  Steffani's works, largely unknown until now, reflect the rich tapestry of 17th–18th century European cultural and political life.
• Intriguing Narrative:
  The project highlights the interplay between artistic innovation and the intrigues of international diplomacy and church politics.
• Cutting-Edge Production:
  Produced with meticulous attention to sound quality and historical detail, these recordings bring new life to Steffani’s legacy.

French Translation – Interesting Facts (Faits Intéressants)

• Révélation Historique :
  Les œuvres de Steffani, jusqu'alors méconnues, reflètent la richesse de la vie culturelle et politique de l'Europe des XVIIe–XVIIIe siècles.
• Narration Fascinante :
  Le projet met en lumière l'interaction entre l'innovation artistique et les intrigues diplomatiques et ecclésiastiques.
• Production de Pointe :
  Réalisé avec une attention méticuleuse à la qualité sonore et aux détails historiques, ces enregistrements redonnent vie à l'héritage de Steffani.

Track Listing Overview

MISSION (Excerpts from the Operas)

• Features dramatic excerpts such as:
  • Alarica il Balsha
  • Servis Tullio
  • Niobe, regina di Tebe
  • Tassilone
  • I trionfi del Lite
  • Arminio
  • La superbia d'Alessandro
  • La libertă contenta
  • La lona d'Hercole
  • cou Acheloo
  • Le rivali concordi
  • Henrico Leone
  • Marco Aurelio

DANZE E OUVERTURES (Dances and Overtures)

• A festive selection including:
  • Orlando generoso
  • Marco Aurelio
  • Henrico Leone
  • I trionfi del fato
  • Le rivali concorde
  • Vassilane
  • Niobe, regina di Tebe
  • La lotta d'Hercole con Acheloo
  • Brisende
  • La superbia d'Alessandro
  • Alcibiade
  • La libertă contenta
  • Servio Tullio
  • Amor vien dal destino

STABAT MATER (Sacred Works)

• Includes deeply moving sacred pieces such as:
  • Stabat Mater
  • Beatus vir
  • Non plus me ligate
  • Triduanas a Domino
  • Laudate pueri
  • Sperate in Deo
  • Qui diligit Mariam

Publishers

This landmark project is released by DECCA in collaboration with Universal Music Group and distributed by Universal Music K. It is produced under the expert guidance of leading Baroque specialists with all texts and sung passages provided in the enclosed booklet. For more information, visit www.deccaclassics.com or www.ceciliabartolionline.com.

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French (Cimkék):

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