Nigel kennedy violin, with daniel stabrawa violin, berlin philharmonic orchestra. Firstly, vivaldi is one of my favorite composers, having travelled to venice 3 times, visiting the chapel he played in, and loving that country. With over 250 recordings currently listed across all formats, vivaldis four seasons is the concerto gift that keeps on giving. I heard one by nigel kennedy with him playing winter from vivaldi s the four seasons this rendition almost brought me to tears. When you see someone called zstar among the guest artists, its a fair bet that youre not getting a conventional recording of vivaldi s four seasons violin concertos. His recording of vivaldis four seasons 1989 earned a place in the guinness book of records as the bestselling classical work of all time. Each sonnet is divided into three sections fast, slow, fast, which correspond with the three movements in each. Antonio vivaldi, english chamber orchestra, kennedy, nigel. The very best of nigel kennedy 2010 kennedy plays bach with the berlin. Complete your vivaldi nigel kennedy, english chamber orchestra collection. Stream adfree with amazon music unlimited on mobile, desktop, and tablet.
Joining vivaldis narrative journey are several contemporary sounds. They were written around 17161717 and published in 1725. Vivaldi, english chamber orchestra, nigel kennedy discogs. In celebration of the 20th anniversary of nigel kennedy s landmark recording of vivaldi s four seasons, emi classics presents the 20th anniversary luxury edition. But in a crowded market place, how to stand out from the crowd. In writing such works for a multitude of different instruments violin, viola damore, cello, mandolin, flute, oboe, bassoon, trumpet, horn, and others both alone and in various combinations, vivaldi was a seminal figure in the development of a genre that. Take a closer look at the summer concerto from vivaldis. In celebration of the 25th anniversary of virtuoso violinist nigel kennedys landmark recording of vivaldis four seasons, this 25th anniversary special edition includes the original groundbreaking recording, award winning film, images and memorabilia and a specially written account of the unfolding event. Antonio vivaldi, english chamber orchestra, nigel kennedy. Nigel kennedys breakthrough recording of vivaldis four seasons 1989 earned a place in the guinness book of records as the bestselling classical work of all time. Nigel kennedy found the answer a quarter of a century ago, combining some fabulous fiddle playing with just enough creative eccentricity to ruffle a few feathers.
And sure enough, badboy violinist nigel kennedy and his orchestra of life use the score as a starting point for various kinds of embroidery. Le quattro stagioni is a group of four violin concerti by italian composer antonio vivaldi, each of which gives musical expression to a season of the year. Stream adfree with amazon music unlimited on mobile, desktop, and. Nigel kennedy, mark oconnor, philip glass, max richter. He made his early career in the classical field, and has more recently performed in jazz, klezmer and other music genres. Vivaldi nigel kennedy, english chamber orchestra discogs. Nov 05, 2015 in releasing the album, kennedy insisted that forwardthinking vivaldi would have loved to compose with todays resources. The new four seasons, keeps that spirit at the core. Oct 29, 2015 if anyone has earned the right to mess around with vivaldis four seasons it is nigel kennedy, the violin worlds marmite violinist. If anyone has earned the right to mess around with vivaldis four seasons it is nigel kennedy, the violin worlds marmite violinist. The four seasons performances are different in detail but not in basic plan from kennedys earlier readings, with harmonically unidiomatic improvisations, mighty quick tempos in some outer movements, unorthodox phrasing, and various other surprises. Kennedy plays with his orchestra of life, comprised of young musicians, drum programming by massive attacks damon reece and a vocal quartet.
Take a closer look at the summer concerto from vivaldis the. Having produced hundreds of examples, antonio vivaldi must be regarded as the indisputable king of the baroque instrumental concerto. Oct 09, 2015 available with an apple music subscription. When you see someone called zstar among the guest artists, its a fair bet that youre not getting a conventional recording of vivaldis four seasons violin concertos. I heard one by nigel kennedy with him playing winter from vivaldis the four seasons this.
The set includes the original recording, award winning film, images not previously issued, memorabilia and a specially written account of the unfolding event. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Any good interpreter of a set of pieces as thoroughly ingrained in the cultural consciousness as vivaldis the four seasons has to decide how to pursue. In celebration of the 20th anniversary of nigel kennedys landmark recording of vivaldis four seasons, emi classics presents the 20th anniversary luxury edition. There are beats, long solo interjections, abrupt tempo shifts, electronics, rock.
Remember how fresh he made this music sound on his recording. Vivaldi by nigel kennedyberliner philharmoniker on amazon. Over twentyfive years ago, nigel kennedy made his breakthrough with his recording of vivaldi s the four seasons. Why vivaldis the four seasons continues to inspire.
Gil shaham and the orpheus chamber orchestra recorded the four seasons as well as a music video for the first movement of winter that was featured regularly on the weather. Vivaldi, english chamber orchestra, nigel kennedy the four. In writing such works for a multitude of different instruments violin, viola damore, cello, mandolin, flute, oboe, bassoon, trumpet, horn, and others both alone and in various combinations, vivaldi was a seminal figure in the development of a. All have written responses to the four seasons in recent years in the form of new violin concertos. The biggest new development is the range of sounds coming from the strings of the staid old berlin philharmonic. Oct 09, 2015 one day i was listening to cbc radio one. The four seasons by nigel kennedy, antonio vivaldi, english chamber orchestra from amazons classical music store. Allegro non molto by nigel kennedymembers of the berliner philharmoniker 3.
Nigel kennedys 1989 recording of the four seasons with the english chamber orchestra sold over two million copies, becoming one of the bestselling classical works ever. The new four seasons, an album by nigel kennedy on spotify we and our partners use cookies to personalize your experience, to show you ads based on your interests, and for measurement and analytics purposes. The new four seasons nigel kennedy classical crossover 2015. The four seasons by nigel kennedyberliner philharmoniker now. Discover more music, concerts, videos, and pictures with the largest catalogue online at. Vivaldi nigel kennedy, english chamber orchestra the. Dec 27, 2012 nigel kennedy, mark oconnor, philip glass, max richter.
Vivaldi nigel kennedy, berlin philharmonic orchestra. No ones to say for sure, but its an absorbing listen nonetheless. The new four seasons by nigel kennedy on apple music. The four seasons 1989 nigel kennedys greatest hits 2002 the very best of nigel kennedy 2010 kennedy plays bach with the berlin philharmonic 2000 sibelius tchaikovsky. The 1989 recording earned a place in the guinness book of world records as the bestselling classical work of all time and has sold in excess of two million copies. Nigel kennedy, english chamber orchestra album vivaldi. Comprised of four violin concertos written by antonio vivaldi in 1723, the four seasons is probably the baroque composers bestknown work.
I heard one by nigel kennedy with him playing winter from vivaldis the four seasons this rendition almost brought me to tears. Sep 27, 2012 nigel kennedy, english chamber orchestra album vivaldi. Why vivaldis the four seasons continues to inspire the. The four seasons the rewrite 25 years ago nigel kennedy made his breakthrough with his recording of vivaldis the four seasons. The new four seasons nigel kennedy classical crossover. Cass, album his masters voice digital, his masters voice digital, his masters voice digital. Nigel kennedy born 28 december 1956 is an english violinist and violist. Each of the four concerti is based on a sonnet supposedly written by vivaldi himself. The new four seasons, nigel kennedy, sony masterworks. His recording of vivaldis four seasons 1989 earned a place in the guinness book of. Nigel kennedy s breakthrough recording of vivaldi s four seasons 1989 earned a place in the guinness book of records as the bestselling classical work of all time.