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31 of 31 people found the following review helpful
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This is a stunning rendition of the "Gloria." It's probably worth buying for the rendition of "Laudamus Te" alone - angelic!
For anyone who loves Vivaldi, it's a must. My only miniscule criticism is that the tempo on the "Gloria" at the beginning is a bit too fast.
For anyone who loves Vivaldi, it's a must. My only miniscule criticism is that the tempo on the "Gloria" at the beginning is a bit too fast.
22 of 22 people found the following review helpful
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Ah yes. This recording, which was my second ever, the first being Emma Kirkby & James Bowman with AAM performing Pergolesi. That recording was so perfect that I had to buy more and hear it, so I found this one.
The sound of the choir in the Gloria is of course Anglican by its very nature - none of the earthy gutsy sound of the Monteverdi Choir here. However, the performances are very fine indeed, and cannot be faulted in terms of quality.
Nulla in mundo was rightly made more popular by this recording and by the film Shine (oh yes - remember that!?). Kirkby's singing is youthful and clear, and there are indeed moments where she sounds like a treble boy, but with some serious experience!
As always, the AAM under Christopher Hogwood combine to create an almost unrivalled ensemble, as demonstrated on the second disc of little-known cantatas for voice.
A superb disc, and a great introduction to Baroque music. Stop reading this and buy it.
The sound of the choir in the Gloria is of course Anglican by its very nature - none of the earthy gutsy sound of the Monteverdi Choir here. However, the performances are very fine indeed, and cannot be faulted in terms of quality.
Nulla in mundo was rightly made more popular by this recording and by the film Shine (oh yes - remember that!?). Kirkby's singing is youthful and clear, and there are indeed moments where she sounds like a treble boy, but with some serious experience!
As always, the AAM under Christopher Hogwood combine to create an almost unrivalled ensemble, as demonstrated on the second disc of little-known cantatas for voice.
A superb disc, and a great introduction to Baroque music. Stop reading this and buy it.
42 of 45 people found the following review helpful
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This is absolutely fantastic, anyone who can claim to like baroque music should not be without a copy of this. As is to be expected the Academy of Ancient Music has produced a fine recording of this Vivaldi masterpiece, (and it is not half as religious as the title suggests). A seriously essential edition to any cd collection. If this hasn't persuaded you then maybe the combination of Christopher Hogwood & Emma Kirkby should, as recordings rarely come finer than this. I love it & so will you!
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Good value
This CD was a birthday present for my wife. She's very pleased with it and said it is very good value. But she expressed disappointment that "Kirie" was not included on the disc.
Published 8 months ago by masayo
Kirkby, Bowman, Bott... what's not to like?
A re-issue of a pretty old recording, but a stellar ensemble of directors, vocalists and musicians, and sound quality does not lack. Read more
Published 16 months ago by E. L. Wisty
Music for the soul
The quality of this CD is beyond belief. Every aspect of the music, the singers and of course the composer is sublime. Read more
Published 17 months ago by NIgelJ
Still wonderful after all these years
My main purpose in writing this review is to prevent too much dust settling on a set of recordings which have seldom, if ever, been out of the catalogue for something in the region... Read more
Published 17 months ago by Mr. A. D. R. Hoyle
Great music, great value
This was my first Vivaldi CD, although I have a lot of renaissance and baroque music. It's stunning - I played it over and over again. Read more
Published on 22 May 2010 by M. Western
Glorious sound
I was introduced to Vivaldi's cantatas by the 2L recording by Tone Wik, and wanted to hear more.
This is a wonderful variant, Emma Kirkby has a beautiful voice, which suits... Read more
This is a wonderful variant, Emma Kirkby has a beautiful voice, which suits... Read more
Published on 26 Jan 2010 by Mrs
Vivaldi Gloria in D major RV 589
CD1 has given, and continues to give, me immense pleasure. The performance and production on the whole CD is very good, with exceptional individual performers. Read more
Published on 3 Oct 2009 by Renny Smith
I'm really enjoying this CD
Superb, majestic. Absolutely worth the money. Latin to English translation of the titles is included If you are considering buying it then think no more - just do it.
Published on 26 Jan 2007 by Mr. J. P. Lynch
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