Giuseppe Torelli Francesco Manfredini Arcangelo Corelli Pietro Antonio Locatelli Günter Kehr, Doris WolffMalm, Herbert Blendinger, Volker Kircher, Reinhold Buhl, Mainzer Kammerorchester, Iwona Salling - Das Italienische Settecento

Review by desert safari

Das Italienische Settecento is a magnificent album that showcases the works of some of the greatest Italian composers of the 18th century. Giuseppe Torelli, Francesco Manfredini, Arcangelo Corelli, and Pietro Antonio Locatelli are brought to life by the brilliant performances of Günter Kehr, Doris WolffMalm, Herbert Blendinger, Volker Kircher, Reinhold Buhl, the Mainzer Kammerorchester, and Iwona Salling.

From the opening notes of Torelli's Concerto Grosso in G minor, the listener is transported to a world of elegant melodies and intricate harmonies. The musicians' attention to detail is evident in every piece, whether it's the playful interplay between the violin and cello in Manfredini's Concerto Grosso in C major, or the hauntingly beautiful solo violin in Corelli's Concerto Grosso in F major.

The album also includes a stunning performance of Locatelli's Concerto for Violin and Strings in D major, which features Iwona Salling's virtuosic violin playing. The Mainzer Kammerorchester provides a perfect accompaniment to Salling's breathtaking solo, creating a truly unforgettable musical experience.

Summary by desert safari

Das Italienische Settecento is a must-have for any classical music lover. The musicians' passion for these works is evident in every note, and the album is a testament to the enduring power of Italian Baroque music.