Vivaldi: Guitar Concertos [Import]

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A Delightful Collection of Some of the Most Famous of Vivaldi's Guitar Concertos, Many of These Being Transcriptions of Lute Works, and Some in Unique Arrangements for Four Guitars Or Guitars with Strings. Los Romeros Are of Course a Legendary Family of Guitarists, So the Recording is Self-recommending.

Vivaldi: Guitar Concertos, Music, Los Romeros, Antonio Vivaldi, Classical
Vivaldi: Guitar Concertos
Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
  • Rich and Sensuous!
 Vivaldi: Guitar Concertos

Manufacturer: Philips
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ASIN: B0000040WX
Release Date: 1990-10-25

Tracks:

  1. Concerto RV 580, In B Minor For 4 Guitars, Strings, And Continuo: Allegro
  2. Concerto RV 580, In B Minor For 4 Guitars, Strings, And Continuo: Largo - Larghetto - Adagio - Largo
  3. Concerto RV 580, In B Minor For 4 Guitars, Strings, And Continuo: Allegro
  4. Concerto RV 532 In G, For 2 Guitars, String And Continuo: Allegro
  5. Concerto RV 532 In G, For 2 Guitars, Strings, And Continuo: Andante
  6. Concerto RV 532 In G, For 2 Guitars, Strings, And Continuo: Allegro
  7. Concerto RV 356 In A Minor For Guitar, Stings, And Continuo: Allegro
  8. Concerto RV 356 In A Minor For Guitar, Stings, And Continuo: Largo
  9. Concerto RV 356 In A Minor For Guitar, Stings, And Continuo: Presto
  10. Concerto RV 425 In C Major For Guitar, Stings, And Continuo: Allegro
  11. Concerto RV 425 In C Major For Guitar, Stings, And Continuo: Largo
  12. Concerto RV 425 In C Major For Guitar, Stings, And Continuo: (Allegro)
  13. Concerto RV 93 In D Major For Guitar, Strings, And Continuo: (Allegro)
  14. Concerto RV 93 In D Major For Guitar, Strings, And Continuor: Largo
  15. Concerto RV 93 In D Major For Guitar, Strings, And Continuor: Allegro

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars Rich and Sensuous!.......2000-11-05

Let's face it: there have been literally hundreds of Vivaldi's recordings made over the last 20 years (even longer if you include the many recordings made during the 60s and 70s that have since been digitally remastered), and while most of these recordings are just as good as the next, I found this particular recording to contain a certain depth and richness not usually associated with Baroque music. I use the word "depth" loosely as Baroque music is generally not meant to be "deep" or "expressive" in nature (after all, we're not talking Rachmaninoff here!) Yet, I have always felt that many of Vivaldi's concertos may have very well contained some element of expression without sacrificing any of the musical characteristics that were dominant during Vivaldi's lifetime. Well anyway, if you thought it couldn't be done (that is, bring expression and structure together), this CD proves otherwise.
Vivaldi for Valentines: Romantic Interludes for the One You Love
Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
  • More of Vivaldi's great music.
  • Just great!
  • Heard "Four Seasons"? Want more? GET THIS!
 Vivaldi for Valentines: Romantic Interludes for the One You Love

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ASIN: B0000041ER
Release Date: 1996-01-23

Tracks:

  1. The Four Seasons: (Winter): Largo
  2. Guitar Concerto in D: Largo
  3. Flute Concerto In D (II gardellino): Cantabile
  4. Concerto In C For Diverse Instruments: Andante molto
  5. String Concerto in G minor: Andante molto
  6. Concerto in D for 2 violins & 2 cellos: Largo
  7. Oboe & Violin Concerto in G minor: Larghetto
  8. Guitar Concerto in A minor: Laro
  9. Triple Violin Concerto in F: Andante
  10. Flute Concerto in F: Largo
  11. Viola d'amore Concerto in D minor: Largo
  12. Violin Concerto in E (II riposo): Allegro
  13. Oboe & Bassoon Concerto in G: Largo
  14. Violin Concerto No. 6 in B-flat: Largo
  15. Concerto in A for Guitar, Violin, Viola & Cello: Larghetto
  16. Violin Concerto in E (L'amoroso): Allegro
  17. Flute Concerto No.4 in G: Largo
  18. Violin Concerto in A (with echo violin): Larghetto
  19. Violin Concerto in C minor (II sospetto): Andante
  20. Double Oboe Concerto in A minor: Largo
  21. Concerto in G minor for the Dresden Orchestra: Largo non molto
  22. Violin Concerto in A minor: Largo
  23. Oboe Concerto In C: Adagio
  24. Flue Concerto No.2 in G minor (La notte): Largo

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Another installment in Philips's Set Your Life to Music series (which has included Mozart for Your Mind, Baroque at Bathtime, and Rachmaninoff for Romance, among others), Vivaldi for Valentines is loosely built around the aura of romance that Venice continues to evoke. Vivaldi captured it for all time in his music, inspired by the often melancholy beauty of his native city, one that has been known through the ages as La Serenissima. Along with such ultrafamiliar pieces as the "Winter" largo movement from The Four Seasons (in which the violin sighs a rapturous melody against sounds imitating a crackling, cozy fire) and the Largo of the Guitar Concerto in D--Vivaldi's slow movements, with all their gentle dreaminess, being given the limelight in this compilation--are many gems you've likely not heard before. The list of performers and approaches is too expansive even to mention but predominantly features performances by I Musici. It's hard to believe that Vivaldi's music, having sunk into oblivion, resurfaced again only a few decades ago. This is a pleasant compilation that makes a perfect entrée if you'd like to learn more about classical music--and Vivaldi in particular--than The Four Season. And, as for setting a romantic mood, this will give your mojo all the help it needs. --Thomas May

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars More of Vivaldi's great music........2001-08-24

When it comes to Vivaldi's works, the majority of people usually tend to associate him solely with composing the Four Seasons. However, this particular cd will introduce classical music lovers to other music that he composed for various stringed instruments, including the violin and cello. It does include a section from Winter of the Four Seasons, but the rest is other music that some may not be too familiar with. For a low price, you'll be getting a great selection of music.

5 out of 5 stars Just great!.......2000-07-10

I don't really know a lot about classical music even though I listen to a lot of it. All I can say is that every piece on this collection evokes a tremendous amount of peace and happy emotion. I listen to it in my office, and that in combination with my new fountain.... better than Prozac. My favorite piece is "Concerto for Guitar in D major: Largo" (sample #2 above). Highly recommend!

5 out of 5 stars Heard "Four Seasons"? Want more? GET THIS!.......1999-03-16

Almost everyone knows Vivaldi's "Four Seasons". If you love that gorgeous piece of music, than I say your next purchase should be this! It is a gorgeous collecton of string quartets along with flutes and very impressive classical guitar. I put it on whenever I need to be taken away from this world, or when I need some artistic inspiration.
Antonio Vivaldi: Guitar Concertos, Los Romeros
Average customer rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
  • Great, but...
  • LOS ROMEROS WITH THE EDISON SYMPHONY FEB. 19, 2006, STATE THEATRE, NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ
  • An exuberant celebration of Vivaldi
  • Technically very precise, didn't care for the arangement
  • Classical Guitar Music in its Finest Setting
 Antonio Vivaldi: Guitar Concertos, Los Romeros
Celedonio Romero , Angel Romero , Celin Romero , Pepe Romero , John Sr. [violinist] Corigliano , Margaret Bella , Domenick Saltarelli , and Victor Alessandro
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ASIN: B000004125
Release Date: 1991-07-01

Tracks:

  1. Concerto in D, RV 93: Allegro
  2. Concerto in D, RV 93: Largo
  3. Concerto in D, RV 93: Allegro
  4. Concerto In A, Rv 82: Allegro Non Molto
  5. Concerto In A, Rv 82: Larghetto
  6. Concerto In A, Rv 82: Allegro
  7. Concerto In B Minor: Op. 3 No. 10, Rv 580: Allegro
  8. Concerto In B Minor: Op. 3 No. 10, Rv 580: Largo
  9. Concerto In B Minor: Op. 3 No. 10, Rv 580: Larghetto
  10. Concerto In B Minor: Op. 3 No. 10, Rv 580: Allegro
  11. Concerto In G, Rv 532: Allegro
  12. Concerto In G, Rv 532: Andante
  13. Concerto In G, Rv 532: Allegro
  14. Concerto In C, Rv 425: Allegro
  15. Concerto In C, Rv 425: Largo
  16. Concerto In C, Rv 425: Allegro

Customer Reviews:

4 out of 5 stars Great, but..........2006-10-10

As always a very lively set of performaces. The only problem is that in the Concerto in C RV425 the Largo is measures 1 thur 5 then skips a whole musical idea and goes straight to measure 15... not an example for any one to follow, and if you are trying to play along for fun it throughs you the frist few times... then the Alllegro there is some shorting of it also. Fun to listen too! great to Play along with, use your ears, not always the music.

5 out of 5 stars LOS ROMEROS WITH THE EDISON SYMPHONY FEB. 19, 2006, STATE THEATRE, NEW BRUNSWICK, NJ.......2005-11-28

THE LOS ROMEROS ARE FANTASTIC PERFORMERS AND PEOPLE. THIS RECORDING IS SUPER. YOU CAN HEAR THEM LIVE IN CONCERT WITH THE
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5 out of 5 stars An exuberant celebration of Vivaldi.......2002-11-01

Los Romeros (Angel, Celedonio, Celin and Pepe) have collaborated with the San Antonio Symphony Orchestra to produce a true Vivaldi sound. These are Concertos, not solo pieces. The Romeros are assisted by John Corigliano on the Violin, Dominick Saltarelli on the Viola and Margaret Bella on the Cello. The admixture is pure Vivaldi from the Allegro of the Concerto in D to the Largo of the Concerto in B minor. The guitar parts are perfect for the resultant polyphony. Transitions are smooth. The guitars are sensitive and evocative. Timing is precise - the orchestra comes in and out flawlessly. The guitar accompanents flow freely and precisely.

TURN YOUR BASS UP AND YOUR TONE DOWN to appreciate this album. Especially fascinating are the guitar duets by the Romeros in the Concerto in G. The guitar is delicate and sensitive in the Andante. The guitar leads the orchestra and not the other way around. The Concerto in C is probably most familiar to Vivaldi fans. The orchestra and Los Romeros display great dynamic range and force of rhythm. Vivaldi would have been proud to hear these results as a tribute. This is the height of virtuosity, delicacy and mastery of the guitar. Especially in combination and collaboration with a great orchestra.

4 out of 5 stars Technically very precise, didn't care for the arangement.......2002-10-03

I thought every single piece was played too fast- the result was that each piece sounded rushed. I purchased the CD priamrily for Concerto in D major, but it also sounded rushed, not soothing and relaxing like other versions.

Overall, very good

5 out of 5 stars Classical Guitar Music in its Finest Setting.......2000-11-26

This is truly a work of art! The first time I heard this recording I was immediately impressed. The Romeros, also known as Spain's Royal Family of Classical Guitar, are like fine diamonds set in the platinum background of the San Antonio Symphony Orchestra at its best.Pepe and Angel Romero have since gone on to become independent solo artists but this recording with their brother and father is one of their best ever and should be in everyone's library.You may have noticed a similarity in the name of one of the soloists, Domenick Saltarelli, with that of mine, and indeed, I am very proud of his accomplishments and those of his fellow musicians on this recording: John Corigliano, Margaret Bella and Victor Alessandro. This is truly a gem! You will enjoy it.
Vivaldi: Lute Concertos
Average customer rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
  • Brilliant!
  • Pleasant album, but
  • This is one of the most beautiful CD I have ever lisent to!!
 Vivaldi: Lute Concertos

Manufacturer: Deutsche Grammophon
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ASIN: B000001GCK
Release Date: 1990-12-10

Tracks:

  1. Concerto fur Laute (Gitarre), 2 Violinen und Basso continuo D-dur (RV 93): 1. Allegro giusto
  2. Concerto fur Laute (Gitarre), 2 Violinen und Basso continuo D-dur (RV 93): 2. Largo
  3. Concerto fur Laute (Gitarre), 2 Violinen und Basso continuo D-dur (RV 93): 3. Allegro
  4. Concerto fur Viola d'amore, Laute (Gitarre), Streicher und Basso continuo d-moll (RV 540): 1. Allegro
  5. Concerto fur Viola d'amore, Laute (Gitarre), Streicher und Basso continuo d-moll (RV 540): 2. Largo
  6. Concerto fur Viola d'amore, Laute (Gitarre), Streicher und Basso continuo d-moll (RV 540): 3. Allegro
  7. Concerto fur Mandolin, Streicher und Orgel C-dur (RV 425): 1. Allegro
  8. Concerto fur Mandolin, Streicher und Orgel C-dur (RV 425): 2. Largo
  9. Concerto fur Mandolin, Streicher und Orgel C-dur (RV 425): 3. Allegro
  10. Concerto fur 2 Mandolinen Streicher und Orgel G-dur (RV 532): 1. Allegro
  11. Concerto fur 2 Mandolinen Streicher und Orgel G-dur (RV 532): 2. Andante
  12. Concerto fur 2 Mandolinen Streicher und Orgel G-dur (RV 532): 3. Allegro
  13. Concerto fur 2 Floten, 2 Salmo (Fagotte), 2 Violinen 'in tromba marina', 2 Mandolinen, 2 Theorben (Gitarren), Violencello, Streicher und Cembalo (Orgel) C-dur: 13. Allegro molto
  14. Concerto fur 2 Floten, 2 Salmo (Fagotte), 2 Violinen 'in tromba marina', 2 Mandolinen, 2 Theorben (Gitarren), Violencello, Streicher und Cembalo (Orgel) C-dur: 2. Andante molto
  15. Concerto fur 2 Floten, 2 Salmo (Fagotte), 2 Violinen 'in tromba marina', 2 Mandolinen, 2 Theorben (Gitarren), Violencello, Streicher und Cembalo (Orgel) C-dur: 3. Allegro

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars Brilliant!.......2002-06-17

I'm no classical buff, in fact I'm more into alternative stuff,
but this CD is beautiful.

If you ever wanted some classical work, and wanted
something a bit off the beaten track, i.e.
not the stuff you hear in adverts, this if for you.

Checkout the samples...you'll end up playing it for years and years.

I know I never get bored of it.

4 out of 5 stars Pleasant album, but.......2001-08-11

I would recommend Il Giardino Armonico's version of the Lute Concertos for those who prefer period instruments.

5 out of 5 stars This is one of the most beautiful CD I have ever lisent to!!.......1999-02-16

This CD is a MUST for any collector of Vivaldi's music
Christopher Parkening Plays Vivaldi Guitar Concertos & Warlock Capriol Suite
Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
  • The most beautiful piece of music in the world.
  • Amazing what an acoustic guitar can do!
  • Great Playing of Guitar Concertos
  • Great guitarist, great music
 Christopher Parkening Plays Vivaldi Guitar Concertos & Warlock Capriol Suite
Christopher Parkening , Antonio Vivaldi , Peter Warlock , Michael Praetorius , Iona Brown , and Academy of St. Martin-in-the-Fields
Manufacturer: EMI Classics
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ASIN: B000002RU3
Release Date: 1994-03-15

Tracks:

  1. Concerto in D part I, RV93: I Allegro giusto
  2. Concerto In D: II Largo
  3. Concerto In D: III Allegro
  4. Capriol: I Basse-Danse
  5. Capriol: II Pavane
  6. Capriol: III Tordion
  7. Capriol: IV Bransle
  8. Capriol: V Pieds-en-l'air
  9. Capriol: VI Mattachins
  10. Concerto In C, RV 425: I Allegro
  11. Concerto In C, RV 425: II Largo
  12. Concerto In C, RV 425: III Allegro
  13. Trio In C, RV 82: I Allegro non molto
  14. Trio In C, RV 82: II Larghetto
  15. Trio In C, RV 82: III Allegro
  16. Suite In D Terpsicore: I Courante
  17. Suite in D: II Ballet
  18. Suite In D Terpsicore: III Gavotte
  19. Suite In D Terpsicore: IV Spagnoletta
  20. Suite In D Terpsicore: V Bransle double
  21. Suite In D Terpsicore: VI Courante I & II
  22. Suite In D Terpsicore: VII Volte

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars The most beautiful piece of music in the world........2006-03-22

Christopher Parkening is fantastic. Today there are a lot of good guitarplayers in the world, good technic, musicality and so on, but Parkening take the word music to a new dimension. It is so much more than just music.
Close your eyes and relax and let the music give you harmony.
Tomas from Sweden.

5 out of 5 stars Amazing what an acoustic guitar can do!.......2003-01-22

I'm just learning guitar and a friend who plays classical guitar reccommended Peter Warlock's Capriol. This CD blew me away and has encouraged me to practice harder and to play more.

5 out of 5 stars Great Playing of Guitar Concertos.......2001-08-01

This is just a marvelous collection of well-done performance of one great classical guitarist. From the compositions of Vivaldi (two are included), the world premiere recording of Peter Warlock's Capriol and Praetorius' Suite in D, Parkening puts forth a marvelous effort.

His playing seems effortless but full of passion and spirit. Especially pleasing to my ear is the piece by Warlock and Praetorius.

You will not tire of listening to this variety of Concertos with its varying styles as well as pace.

4 out of 5 stars Great guitarist, great music.......2000-03-01

Christopher Parkening is a wonderful guitarist. On this release one can hear how wonderfully subtle a soloist he is. His phrasing on the largo movement of Vivaldi's Concerto in D (track 2) is particularly poetic. The Vivaldi pieces here are my favorites; I especially like the Trio in C (tracks 13-15). The combination of harpsichord, violin, and guitar is magical, making for some delicious baroque chamber music. In short, I highly recommend this recording.
The Great Guitar Concertos
Average customer rating: 4 out of 5 stars
  • Factory error
  • The one-stop listen for guitar concertos
  • Valuable Collection
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 The Great Guitar Concertos
Louis Fremaux , Charles Sir Groves , Daniel Barenboim , Andre Previn , and Christine Pendrell
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ASIN: B0000026P7
Release Date: 1990-10-25

Tracks:

  1. Concerto for Guitar & String Orchestra in D major: I. Allegro
  2. Concerto for Guitar & String Orchestra in D major: Concerto for Guitar & String Orchestra in D major - II. Largo
  3. Concerto for Guitar & String Orchestra in D major: III. Allegro
  4. Concierto de Aranjuez: I. Allegro con spirito
  5. Concierto de Aranjuez: II. Adagio
  6. Concierto de Aranjuez: III. Allegro gentile
  7. Fantasia para un gentilhombre: I. Villano y Ricercare: Adagietto; Andante Moderato
  8. Fantasia para un gentilhombre: II. Espanoleta y Fanfare de la Caballeria de Napoles: Adagio; Allegretto, molto ritmico: trmpo de Espanoleta
  9. Fantasia para un gentilhombre: III. Danza de las Hachas: Allegro con Brio
  10. Fantasia para un gentilhombre: IV. Canario: Allegro ma non troppo
  11. Concerto No.1 in D, Op.99: I. Allegretto
  12. Concerto No.1 in D, Op.99: II. Andantino alla romanza
  13. Concerto No.1 in D, Op.99: III. Ritmico e cavalleresco

Tracks:

  1. Concerto for Guitar & String Orch. in A major: I. Allegro non molto
  2. Concerto for Guitar & String Orch. in A major: II. Largetto
  3. Concerto for Guitar & String Orch. in A major: III. Allegro
  4. Concerto for Guitar & String Orchestra, Op.30: I. Allegro maestoso
  5. Concerto for Guitar & String Orchestra, Op.30: II. Andantino siciliano
  6. Concerto for Guitar & String Orchestra, Op.30: III. Alla polacca
  7. Concerto For Guitar & Small Orchestra: I. Allegro preciso
  8. Concerto For Guitar & Small Orchestra: II. Andantino e andante; Cadenza
  9. Concerto For Guitar & Small Orchestra: III. Allegretto non troppo
  10. Concierto del sur: I. Allegretto
  11. Concierto del sur: II. Andante
  12. Concierto del sur: III. Allegro moderato e festivo

Customer Reviews:

1 out of 5 stars Factory error.......2006-12-31

I bought 2 copies of this set. Both were incorrectly pressed at the factory. The music was not classical. It was some kind of new age stuff. The number of tracks and their lengths were nowhere close to those listed on the album. Its probably a great set if you get the right music.

5 out of 5 stars The one-stop listen for guitar concertos.......2005-11-27

I was a bit hesitant about buying this because of the price, but after listening a few times and hearing the all-around excellent quality (compositions, performance, recording), I consider this the same type of bargain as when I had purchased the Beethoven Symphony cycle conducted by Herbert von Karajan (DG 29036).

These two cds also make for a good listening avenue for those who are interested in guitar but may be unfamiliar with "classical" music. In fact, it was Pat Metheny's "Secret Story" that inspired me to listen to music beyond "jazz" and become more receptive to orchestral music. And I view compositions, such as Ponce's "Concierto Del Sur", Villa-Lobos's "Concerto for Guitar and Small Orchestra" and Rodrigo's "Concierto De Aranjuez" as good second steps to the appreciation of guitar with orchestral music.

When I think about what attracts me to this music and the playing of John Williams, I think of two words: virtuosity and humility; the idea of being excellent as a guitar player, but aware of being part of an overarching theme of which he is only one out of many musicians who bring it to fruition.

4 out of 5 stars Valuable Collection.......2002-03-31

I wish NPR stations would play these and other great guitar music more than they do. Good thing it's available on CD. Starting off with Vivaldi's Concerto in D Major, I much prefer the recording on Williams' Seville Concert CD. The same goes for the Aranjuez Adagio. I also prefer Paco de Lucia's performance of the Aranjuez allegro movements. Aranjuez seems to just keep getting more legendary with each new recording from just about every guitar master. I like Rodrigo's "Fantasia" almost as much as Aranjuez, but I like Pepe Romero's version just as much or even a little more than Williams'. I'm not that crazy about the few Castelnuovo-Tedesco's compositions that I've heard, but I find that his concerto on this CD is exceptional, both in melody and theme development.

Vivaldi again starts off CD number 2 with a somewhat pleasant concerto. The Giuliani Concerto is an outstanding work that blends beautifully the classical orchestra and the guitar. Furthermore, the guitar comes through loud and clear, overcoming the usual problem of the orchestra drowning out the guitar. I'm not sure if the mike was placed at just the right position for the guitar or what. In any case, it sounds fabulous. I'm luke warm toward the Villa-Lobos Concerto but find the very beginning of the second movement mesmerizing. As with Castelnuovo-Tedesco, few pieces from Ponce inspire me; however, "Concierto del Sur" is a surprisingly captivating concerto with its lyrical qualities and dynamics. Moreover, the third movement ends with an exciting bang. This CD was well worth the price of a double CD collection.

5 out of 5 stars Extremely Pleasant........2001-03-08

You can't go wrong with this double disc set. John Williams is among the finest living classical guitar virtuosi today. His harmonics are similar to that of the great Christopher Parkening, and his style of playing is clearly influenced by Andres Sergovia. Then again, who hasn't Sergovia influenced? Buy it.
Vivaldi: Concertos
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  • most phenomenal guitar record of century
 Vivaldi: Concertos

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ASIN: B000003FYK
Release Date: 1995-10-10

Tracks:

  1. Concerto RV 435 For Guitar And String Orchestra In G: Allegro
  2. Concerto RV 435 For Guitar And String Orchestra In G: Largo
  3. Concerto RV 435 For Guitar And String Orchestra In G: Allegro
  4. Concerto RV 108 For Guitar, String Orchestra, And Bassoon In A Minor: Allegro (molto)
  5. Concerto RV 108 For Guitar, String Orchestra, And Bassoon In A Minor: Largo (andante)
  6. Concerto RV 108 For Guitar, String Orchestra, And Bassoon In A Minor: Allegro (molto)
  7. Concerto RV 93 For Guitar And String Orchestra In D: Allegro
  8. Concerto RV 93 For Guitar And String Orchestra In D: Largo
  9. Concerto RV 93 For Guitar And String Orchestra In D: Allegro
  10. Trio RV 82 For Violin, Guitar, And Basso Continuo In C: Allegro non molto (quasi andante)
  11. Trio RV 82 For Violin, Guitar, And Basso Continuo In C: Larghetto
  12. Trio RV 82 For Violin, Guitar, And Basso Continuo In C: Allegro
  13. Concerto RV 540 For Viola d'Amore And Guitar In D Minor: Allegro
  14. Concerto RV 540 For Viola d'Amore And Guitar In D Minor: Largo
  15. Concerto RV 540 For Viola d'Amore And Guitar In D Minor: Allegro
  16. Concerto RV 532 For Two Guitars And String Orchestra In G: Allegro
  17. Concerto RV 532 For Two Guitars And String Orchestra In G: Andante
  18. Concerto RV 532 For Two Guitars And String Orchestra In G: Allegro
  19. Concerto RV 265 For Guitar And String Orchestra In E: Allegro
  20. Concerto RV 265 For Guitar And String Orchestra In E: Largo
  21. Concerto RV 265 For Guitar And String Orchestra In E: Allegro

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars most phenomenal guitar record of century.......2005-01-18

Superb technique combined with brilliant ornamentation and phrasing, exuberant style; this is so head and shoulders above any other guitar record in my mind that it is a must. Romero understands the energy of this music and has the most astonishing technique combined with velvet tone.
Vivaldi - Concertos / New London Consort, Pickett ~ AAM, Hogwood
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    		Vivaldi - Concertos / New London Consort, Pickett ~ AAM, Hogwood
    Antonio Vivaldi , Christopher Hogwood , Philip Pickett , The Academy of Ancient Music , New London Consort , Bach Ensemble , Michael Laird , Lain Wilson , Anner Bylsma , Anthony Pleeth , Nicholas McGegan , Stephen Preston , Monica Higgett , Catherine Mackintosh , Tom Finucane , John Holloway , Monica Huggett , Susan Sheppard , Elizabeth Wilcock , and Stanley Ritchie
    Manufacturer: Decca
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    ASIN: B0000042HL
    Release Date: 1997-10-14

    Tracks:

    1. Concerto In G Major For 2 Mandolins, RV 532: Allegro
    2. Concerto In G Major For 2 Mandolins, RV 532: Andante
    3. Concerto In G Major For 2 Mandolins, RV 532: Allegro
    4. Concerto In D Major For Lute, RV 93: Allegro giusto
    5. Concerto In D Major For Lute, RV 93: Largo
    6. Concerto In D Major For Lute, RV 93: Allegro
    7. Concerto In A minor, RV 108: Allegro
    8. Concerto In A minor, RV 108: Largo
    9. Concerto In A minor, RV 108: Allegro
    10. Concerto In F Minor For Recorder 'La notte', RV 439: Largo
    11. Concerto In F Minor For Recorder 'La notte', RV 439: Presto 'Fantasmi'
    12. Concerto In F Minor For Recorder 'La notte', RV 439: Largo
    13. Concerto In F Minor For Recorder 'La notte', RV 439: Presto
    14. Concerto In F Minor For Recorder 'La notte', RV 439: Largo 'Il sonno'
    15. Concerto In F Minor For Recorder 'La notte', RV 439: Allegro
    16. Concerto In D Major For Violin ' Grosso Mogul,' RV 208: Concerto in D major, RV 208 - Allegro
    17. Concerto In D Major For Violin ' Grosso Mogul,' RV 208: Recitativo: Grave
    18. Concerto In D Major For Violin ' Grosso Mogul,' RV 208: Allegro

    Tracks:

    1. Concerto In C Major For 2 Trumpets, RV 537: Allegro
    2. Largo
    3. Allegro
    4. Concerto In D Major 'madrigalesco', RV 129: Adagio
    5. Concerto In D Major 'madrigalesco', RV 129: Allegro
    6. Concerto In D Major 'madrigalesco', RV 129: Adagio
    7. Concerto In D Major 'madrigalesco', RV 129: Allegro
    8. Concerto In G Minor For 2 Cellos, RV 531: Allegro
    9. Concerto In G Minor For 2 Cellos, RV 531: Largo
    10. Concerto In G Minor For 2 Cellos, RV 531: Allegro
    11. Concerto In C Major For 2 Flutes, RV 533: Allegro molto
    12. Concerto In C Major For 2 Flutes, RV 533: Largo
    13. Concerto In C Major For 2 Flutes, RV 533: Allegro
    14. Concerto In G Major 'alla rustica' RV 151: Presto
    15. Concerto In G Major 'alla rustica' RV 151: Adagio
    16. Concerto In G Major 'alla rustica' RV 151: Allegro
    17. Concerto In D Major For 2 Violins & 2 Cellos, RV 564: Allegro
    18. Concerto In D Major For 2 Violins & 2 Cellos, RV 564: Largo
    19. Concerto In D Major For 2 Violins & 2 Cellos, RV 564: Allegro
    20. Concerto In G Minor , RV 153: Allegro - II. Anddante - III. Allegro assai
    21. Concerto In C Major 'per flautino', RV 443: Allegro
    22. Concerto In C Major 'per flautino', RV 443: Largo
    23. Concerto In C Major 'per flautino', RV 443: Allegro molto
    24. Concerto In B Minor For 4 Violins & Cello, RV 580: Allegro
    25. Concerto In B Minor For 4 Violins & Cello, RV 580: Largo - Larghetto
    26. Concerto In B Minor For 4 Violins & Cello, RV 580: Allegro
    John Williams Plays Vivaldi Concertos
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      		John Williams Plays Vivaldi Concertos

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      ASIN: B0000027BI
      Release Date: 1991-06-14

      Tracks:

      1. Concerto for Violin (Guitar), Strings And Basso Continuo In D Major, R. 230: I. Allegro
      2. Concerto for Violin (Guitar), Strings And Basso Continuo In D Major, R. 230: II. Larghetto
      3. Concerto for Violin (Guitar), Strings And Basso Continuo In D Major, RV 230: III. Allegro
      4. Concerto For Violin (Guitar), Strings And Basso Continuo In A Minor, R. 356: I. Allegro
      5. Concerto For Violin (Guitar), Strings And Basso Continuo In A Minor, R. 356: II. Largo
      6. Concerto For Violin (Guitar), Strings And Basso Continuo In A Minor, R. 356: III. Presto
      7. Concerto For 2 Mandolins (Guitars), Strings And Basso Continuo In G Major, RV 532: I. Allegro
      8. Concerto For 2 Mandolins (Guitars), Strings And Basso Continuo In G Major, R. 532: II. Andante
      9. Concerto For 2 Mandolins (Guitars), Strings And Basso Continuo In G Major, R. 532: III. Allegro
      10. Trio For Violin, Lute (Guitar) And Basso Continuo In C Major, R. 82: I. Allegro non molto
      11. Trio For Violin, Lute (Guitar) And Basso Continuo In C Major, R. 82: II. Larghetto
      12. Trio For Violin, Lute (Guitar) And Basso Continuo In C Major, R. 82: III. Allegro
      13. Concerto For Viola d'amore, Lute (Guitar), Strings And Basso Continuo In D Minor, R. 540: I. Allegro
      14. Concerto For Viola d'amore, Lute (Guitar), Strings And Basso Continuo In D Minor, R. 540: II. Largo
      15. Concerto For Viola d'amore, Lute (Guitar), Strings And Basso Continuo In D Minor, R. 540: III. Allegro
      16. Concerto For Violin (Guitar), Strings And Basso Continuo In A Major, R. 345: I. Allegro
      17. Concerto For Violin (Guitar), Strings And Basso Continuo In A Major, R. 345: II. Largo
      18. Concerto For Violin (Guitar), Strings And Basso Continuo In A Major, R. 345: III. Allegro
      19. Concerto For Lute (Guitar), 2 Violins (Strings) And Basso Continuo In D Major, R. 93: I. Allegro giusto
      20. Concerto For Lute (Guitar), 2 Violins (Strings) And Basso Continuo In D Major, R. 93: II. Largo
      21. Concerto For Lute (Guitar), 2 Violins (Strings) And Basso Continuo In D Major, R. 93: III. Allegro
      Mad about Vivaldi
      Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
      • The Red Priest how he should be played
      • Splendid selection, great performances
      		 Mad about Vivaldi

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      ASIN: B000001GKW
      Release Date: 1993-08-10

      Tracks:

      1. The Four Seasons - Spring: Allegro
      2. The Four Seasons - Spring: Largo
      3. The Four Seasons - Summer: Presto
      4. The Four Seasons - Autumn: Allegro
      5. The Four Seasons - Winter: Largo
      6. The Four Seasons - Winter: Allegro
      7. Concerto For 2 Trumpets In C: Allegro
      8. Concerto For 2 Trumpets In C: Largo
      9. Concerto For 2 Trumpets In C: (Allegro)
      10. Guitar Concerto In C: Allegro
      11. Guitar Concerto In C: Largo
      12. Guitar Concerto In C: (Allegro)
      13. Flute Concerto No. 3 In D ('The Bullfich'): Allegro
      14. Flute Concerto No. 3 In D ('The Bullfich'): (no tempo indication)
      15. Flute Concerto No. 3 In D ('The Bullfich'): Allegro
      16. Flute Concerto No. 3 In D ('The Bullfich'): Gloria - Gloria in excelsis Deo
      17. Lute Concerto in D: (Allegro giusto)
      18. Lute Concerto in D: Largo
      19. Lute Concerto in D: Allegro
      20. Concerto For 2 Mandolins In G: Allegro molto
      21. Concerto For 2 Mandolins In G: Andante
      22. Concerto For 2 Mandolins In G: Allegro
      23. Concerto For Diverse Instruments In C: Allegro molto
      24. Concerto For Diverse Instruments In C: Andante molto
      25. Concerto For Diverse Instruments In C: Allegro

      Customer Reviews:

      5 out of 5 stars The Red Priest how he should be played.......2000-12-03

      I was given this CD many years ago, and to this day it has remained my favourite. Vivaldi's beautiful simplistic melodies in the largo movements and awe-inspiring scalar variations make his music a delight to listen to. Simon Standage's energetic performance of the famous allegro from spring, and the beautifully ornamented largo from the same concerto are a terrific opening. His amazing precision while playing the extremely difficult tempo impestuoso dell'estade (presto from summer), and the charming third movement from autumn are all played as I have never heard before. Perhaps the best of all is the largo from winter, which is played so beautifully, with amazing accuracy on the trills, and few ornaments to keep it sweetly simplistic are all true signs of genius.

      The flute concerto is a great choice to contrast the preceeding trumpet concerto's strength with the delicacy of a bird - a bullfinch if you please. Not to confuse delicacy with weakness, however. This piece is strong in its own right, within the arpeggios in the first movement and the mournful calling in the second are very powerful, but fightly and bird-like. The tone quality of the flautist, and the composer's own ability to mimic nature with a musical instrument make this piece a pleasure to listen to.

      The mandolin and lute concerti are beautiful as well, and they show Vivaldi's versatility on all instruments perfectly. They sound as if they are written by a guitarist, not a violin virtuoso. Listening to this you feel as if you were being serenaded by a Venetian gondelier. The largos are soothing and relaxing, and the allegros are bright and energetic.

      This recording does the Red Priest the full justice he deserves. His tremendous talent comes through, and complimented by the talent of the performers make this CD a worthy addition to anyone's collection, and I would highly reccomend you buy it.

      5 out of 5 stars Splendid selection, great performances.......2000-05-29

      An excellent CD. Under the baton of Trevor Pinnock, the English Concert gives the best performance of the Four Seasons that I have ever heard...so alive and vibrant, the violins really "sing"! You only get part of this stunning Four Seasons and the opening of the Gloria(great singing and perfect tempo), but all of the other selections are the complete work. And what a glorious selection it is. I love the two guitar concertos(the Lute Concerto is played on guitar here). This CD really brings together one of the leading period instruments ensembles to perform Vivaldi(The English Concert) and one of the leading modern instruments ensembles(Academy of St. Martin in the Fields), so that you get both perspectives on this music. The "Bullfinch" Flute Concerto(played on "transverse" flute here) is particularly charming. A magnificent album. Go Mad About Vivaldi!

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      6. Accardo Plays Paganini Violin Concertos Nos. 1 & 3
      7. Accardo plays Paganini Violin Concertos Nos. 4 & 5
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