The set includes the original recording, award winning film, images not previously issued, memorabilia and a specially written account of the unfolding event. No ones to say for sure, but its an absorbing listen nonetheless. Vivaldi by nigel kennedyberliner philharmoniker on amazon. Having produced hundreds of examples, antonio vivaldi must be regarded as the indisputable king of the baroque instrumental concerto. This recording of the four seasons was made in 1989 when nigel kennedy was 33 and in my view at the peak of his playing. Nigel kennedy english chamber orchestra cd vivaldi the four seasons used. Firstly, vivaldi is one of my favorite composers, having travelled to venice 3 times, visiting the chapel he played in, and loving that country. And indeed the differences are farreaching and fundamental. Each of the four concerti is based on a sonnet supposedly written by vivaldi himself. Antonio vivaldi, english chamber orchestra, nigel kennedy. The set includes the original recording, award winning film, images not previously issued, memorabilia and a.
The new four seasons by nigel kennedy on apple music. Discover more music, concerts, videos, and pictures with the largest catalogue online at. In 2010, kennedy s uk performances of vivaldi s four seasons were a staggering success, and included a stunning, sold out show at londons royal albert hall. The very best of nigel kennedy 2010 kennedy plays bach with the berlin. The new four seasons, keeps that spirit at the core. Vivaldi nigel kennedy, english chamber orchestra discogs. Allegro non molto allegro allegro non molto by nigel kennedy members of the berliner philharmoniker 5. 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.
The biggest new development is the range of sounds coming from the strings of the staid old berlin philharmonic. Case is in very good shape cd is in excellent condition may have a few minor scratches on the surface. The new four seasons nigel kennedy, orchestra of life, antonio. Vivaldi english chamber orchestra, nigel kennedy discogs. I do offer a money back guarantee if you are not happy. The new four seasons there are obvious precedents for a performers wholesale change of approach to a beloved staple of their repertoire one thinks of the differences. The four seasons by nigel kennedy, antonio vivaldi, english chamber orchestra from amazons classical music store. If anyone has earned the right to mess around with vivaldi s four seasons it is nigel kennedy, the violin worlds marmite violinist. 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. Vivaldi, english chamber orchestra, nigel kennedy the four. The four seasons by nigel kennedyberliner philharmoniker now.
A native of brighton, england, he studied music at the yehudi menuhin school and at juilliard. Oct 01, 2003 available with an apple music subscription. Cd vivaldi the four seasons nigel kennedy quatre saisons clean extras ship free. Joining vivaldi s narrative journey are several contemporary sounds. Vivaldi nigel kennedy, berlin philharmonic orchestra. Nigel kennedy undertook a major 2011 tour, performing his exhilarating and unique take on vivaldi s four seasons as well as his own brand new composition, the four elements. I heard one by nigel kennedy with him playing winter from vivaldi s the four seasons this rendition almost brought me to tears. Oct 09, 2015 one day i was listening to cbc radio one. The new four seasons summer10 his fears are only too true, mendelssohn. 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. With music streaming on deezer you can discover more than 56 million tracks, create your own.
Nigel kennedy vivaldi the four seasons new cd sealed. The new four seasons nigel kennedy classical crossover 2015. And sure enough, badboy violinist nigel kennedy and his orchestra of life use the score as a starting point for various kinds of embroidery. Comprised of four violin concertos written by antonio vivaldi in 1723, the four seasons is probably the baroque composers bestknown work. His performance on 20 on vivaldi s four seasons was watched by millions and is a classical piece even in the 21st century.
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. Any good interpreter of a set of pieces as thoroughly ingrained in the cultural consciousness as vivaldi s the four seasons has to decide how to pursue. Nigel kennedy violin, with daniel stabrawa violin, berlin philharmonic orchestra. Not content with having produced one wildly successful recording of vivaldi s four seasons in 1989, nigel kennedy, irrepressible enfant terrible of the violin world, apparently decided it was time for another version to display the new insights and ideas he had gained during those years. The new four seasons nigel kennedy, orchestra of life, antonio vivaldi. Take a closer look at the summer concerto from vivaldis. The new four seasons, nigel kennedy, sony masterworks. Dezember 1956 in brighton, england ist ein britischer violinist. As one of the most successful classical performers of his time, violinist nigel kennedy s genredefying music helped him achieve a level of fame typically reserved for pop stars. Stream adfree with amazon music unlimited on mobile, desktop, and tablet. Vivaldi, english chamber orchestra, nigel kennedy discogs. The four seasons performances are different in detail but not in basic plan from kennedy s earlier readings, with harmonically unidiomatic improvisations, mighty quick tempos in some outer movements, unorthodox phrasing, and various other surprises. Antonio vivaldi, english chamber orchestra, kennedy, nigel. Nigel kennedy vivaldi the new four seasons jazz fun.
Nigel kennedy born 28 december 1956 is an english violinist and violist. It sold in excess of 2 million copies and the album remained top of the uk classical charts for almost two years. Take a closer look at the summer concerto from vivaldis the. 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. This recording is the most alive and exciting performance i know.
He made his early career in the classical field, and has more recently performed in jazz, klezmer and other music genres. The new four seasons there are obvious precedents for a performers wholesale change of approach to a beloved staple. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. The four seasons, an album by antonio vivaldi, nigel kennedy, english chamber orchestra 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. In 2010, kennedys uk performances of vivaldis four seasons were a staggering success, and included a stunning, sold out show at londons royal albert hall.
Each sonnet is divided into three sections fast, slow, fast, which correspond with the three movements in each. There are beats, long solo interjections, abrupt tempo shifts, electronics, rock. 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. Stream adfree with amazon music unlimited on mobile, desktop, and. It is by far the best recording that i have heard, i have 6 recordings of vivaldi s four seasons, it is in a class of its own. In late 2005, kennedy recorded his first album for the jazz label blue note sessions, with ron carter on double bass, jack dejohnette on drums and saxophonist joe lovano. The four seasons by nigel kennedy berliner philharmoniker now. Kennedy plays with his orchestra of life, comprised of young musicians, drum programming by massive attacks damon reece and a vocal quartet. Remember how fresh he made this music sound on his recording. Nigel kennedy is a passionate aston villa fan and attends as many games as his schedule allows.
Vivaldi the four seasons by nigel kennedy and the english chamber orchestra. Nigel kennedy s 1989 recording of the four seasons with the english chamber orchestra sold over two million copies, becoming one of the bestselling classical works ever. Nigel kennedy plays antonio vivaldi s four seasons nigel kennedy s four elements with the orchestra of life following the staggering success of his uk performances of vivaldi s four seasons in 2010, including a stunning, sold out show at londons royal albert hall, nigel kennedy has announced that he will be returning to the uk this september for an extensive tour of the uk. Over twentyfive years ago, nigel kennedy made his breakthrough with his recording of vivaldi s the four seasons. 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. Cass, album his masters voice digital, his masters voice digital, his masters voice digital. Vivaldi nigel kennedy, english chamber orchestra the. 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. Nov 05, 2015 in releasing the album, kennedy insisted that forwardthinking vivaldi would have loved to compose with todays resources.
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