This release rewards the listener on many levels. Composer and virtuoso violinist Antonio Vivaldi is best known for his group of four violin concerti, each of which. The technical demands do not hinder him, do not call attention to themselves or him. RV 550, Concerto for 4 violins in E minor. RV 578, Concerto for 2 violins in B minor. RV 549, Concerto for 4 violins in D major. His balancing of textures brings out the many melodic strands and harmonic treasures. RV Anh.154 (RV 773) in F major (incomplete, dedicated to Anna Maria) hideCollections with Opus Numbers. His unself-conscious and seemingly effortless expression has a broad and appealing range, without resorting to the maudlin. Architectural shaping of the pieces comes easy to him. “Biegel brings a lush sound and elastic sense of rhythm to his interpretations. This is complemented by equally effective arrangements by Andrew Gentile of two of Vivaldi’s other beloved concertos for mandolin and lute.

Bach when he transcribed a number of Vivaldi’s other concertos for keyboard, this disc presents a sparkling new version of The Four Seasons for solo piano by Jeffrey Biegel.

Vivaldi’s The Four Seasons are among the most popular of Baroque concertos and have inspired musicians to perform them in their original form and in many different guises.įollowing the lead given by J.S.

Vivaldi 4 seasons piano