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| 1. Sonata Op. 1 No 1 RV 73 in G minor.: Preludio | |||
| 2. Sonata Op. 1 No 1 RV 73 in G minor.: Allemanda | |||
| 3. Sonata Op. 1 No 1 RV 73 in G minor.: Adagio | |||
| 4. Sonata Op. 1 No 1 RV 73 in G minor.: Capriccio | |||
| 5. Sonata Op. 1 No 1 RV 73 in G minor.: Gavotta | |||
| 6. Sonata op. 1 No 2 RV 67 in E minor: Grave | |||
| 7. Sonata op. 1 No 2 RV 67 in E minor.: Corrente | |||
| 8. Sonata op. 1 No 2 RV 67 in E minor.: Giga | |||
| 9. Sonata op. 1 No 2 RV 67 in E minor.: Gavotta | |||
| 10. Sonata op. 1 No 3 RV 61 in C major: Adagio | |||
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| Disc: 2 | |||
| 1. Sonata op. 1 No 11 RV 79 in B minor: Preludio | |||
| 2. Corrente | |||
| 3. Sonata op. 1 No 11 RV 79 in B minor: Giga | |||
| 4. Sonata op. 1 No 11 RV 79 in B minor: Gavotta | |||
| 5. Sonata op. 1 No 12 RV 63 in D minor: La Follia | |||
| 6. Trio Sonata RV 72 in G minor: Preludio | |||
| 7. Trio Sonata RV 72 in G minor: Allemanda | |||
| 8. Trio Sonata RV 72 in G minor: Air-Menuet | |||
| 9. Sonata for Two Violins and B.c. RV 70 in F major: Allegro | |||
| 10. Sonata for Two Violins and B.c. RV 70 in F major: Larghetto | |||
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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
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According to the convention of Vivaldi's day, any aspiring composer would first present a collection of sonatas before moving on. They would be the equivalent of apprentice pieces - and preferably in the style of Corelli, whose influence was still enormous. It's always illuminating to look at the first efforts of artists who subsequently achieved fame to see whether or not it's possible to discern the early seeds of genius. So, what about these products of Vivaldi's musical infancy (dating from about 1705)?
Certainly, in the Opus 1 sonatas, there are intimations of what was to come in L'Estro Armonico (1713). As early as the Adagio of Sonata No 1 in g, we have (to my ears, at least) what could be an early sketch for Concerto No 2 in g of the set that was shortly to take Europe by storm and establish the composer's reputation. Similarly, the Corrente of Sonata No 6 in D features a phrase that seems an exact match of that in final Allegro of the Concerto No 7 in F, Opus 3.
As the notes admirably illustrate, these sonatas are at times conservative (where they imitate the style and form of Corelli) but on other occasions they are highly individual and forward-looking. In their writing for the first violin, occasionally dominant and virtuosic, the sonatas anticipate the typical Vivaldi concerto.
These sonatas are presented by Sonnerie, with the ever-impressvive Monica Huggett as pricipal violinist. She is ably supported by an ensemble which incorporates Gary Cooper's harpsichord and chamber organ and William Carter on theorbo, Baroque guitar and Baroque lute. Taking into account the fact that CD2 includes some outstanding sonatas from Vivaldi's maturity, the entire package charts the progression from apprentice to master in this genre. It is one that represents excellent value. It is also a definite improvement on the (very expensive) alternative on the Warner label, even though Carmignola features there. Sonnerie's recording is very much more historically informed and satisfying.
Certainly, in the Opus 1 sonatas, there are intimations of what was to come in L'Estro Armonico (1713). As early as the Adagio of Sonata No 1 in g, we have (to my ears, at least) what could be an early sketch for Concerto No 2 in g of the set that was shortly to take Europe by storm and establish the composer's reputation. Similarly, the Corrente of Sonata No 6 in D features a phrase that seems an exact match of that in final Allegro of the Concerto No 7 in F, Opus 3.
As the notes admirably illustrate, these sonatas are at times conservative (where they imitate the style and form of Corelli) but on other occasions they are highly individual and forward-looking. In their writing for the first violin, occasionally dominant and virtuosic, the sonatas anticipate the typical Vivaldi concerto.
These sonatas are presented by Sonnerie, with the ever-impressvive Monica Huggett as pricipal violinist. She is ably supported by an ensemble which incorporates Gary Cooper's harpsichord and chamber organ and William Carter on theorbo, Baroque guitar and Baroque lute. Taking into account the fact that CD2 includes some outstanding sonatas from Vivaldi's maturity, the entire package charts the progression from apprentice to master in this genre. It is one that represents excellent value. It is also a definite improvement on the (very expensive) alternative on the Warner label, even though Carmignola features there. Sonnerie's recording is very much more historically informed and satisfying.
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14 of 15 people found the following review helpful
Huge enjoyment
11 Feb 2001
I didn't take music appreciation, so my rating is based on sheer enjoyment. I listen to this while traveling to/from work and it never fails to please. I have other Vivaldi works by other better-known performers that I haven't enjoyed nearly as much (or kept in the player nearly as much). After having this for several months with no reviews, I thought I'd pass on that at least one person is a *very* satisfied customer with this.
12 of 13 people found the following review helpful
Great Early Vivaldi
20 Feb 2005
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If you like baroque chamber music in general, and the italian school in particular, its hard to pass these up. Wonderful performances, well recorded. The programme notes are first rate.
Early in his composing life, Vivaldi's chamber compositions bore more than a passing resemblance to Corelli, and these are no exception. However, they also go beyond that, and the performers bring out effectively the added color and drama that Vivaldi would later incorporate into his thematic concerti.
Having said that, these are just wonderful small pieces to curl up with on a winter's day. The performance of opus 1 as trio sonatas (variously incorporating a cello, additional violin, theorbe, etc as opposed to just violin and keyboard) gives this programme a luscious feel...Like a big mug of hot chocolate. Great value too: Because Op. 1 rarely fills 2 CDs, there are assorted other sonatas included; just as well done. I just wish Sonnerie could have worked their wonders on opus 2.
Early in his composing life, Vivaldi's chamber compositions bore more than a passing resemblance to Corelli, and these are no exception. However, they also go beyond that, and the performers bring out effectively the added color and drama that Vivaldi would later incorporate into his thematic concerti.
Having said that, these are just wonderful small pieces to curl up with on a winter's day. The performance of opus 1 as trio sonatas (variously incorporating a cello, additional violin, theorbe, etc as opposed to just violin and keyboard) gives this programme a luscious feel...Like a big mug of hot chocolate. Great value too: Because Op. 1 rarely fills 2 CDs, there are assorted other sonatas included; just as well done. I just wish Sonnerie could have worked their wonders on opus 2.
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