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While Vivaldi was imitated and paraphrased for several decades in the 18th century, his style is actually quite inimitable. His admirers could add to, but not originate the formula. This is why his singular voice speaks to us now with such genuine directness and individuality. The concertos of “La Stravanganza”, remarkable for their range of coloration, constitute Vivaldi’s evolving style of extravagance and ecstasy.

Immersing herself in the 12 Concertos of “La Stravaganza” was an intense and exhilarating experience for violinist Rachel Podger, and one which has left her full of wonder at Vivald’s seemingly endless capacity for invention. Together with Baroque Orchestra Arte dei suonatori Channel Classics recorded a sparkling new reading of Vivaldi’s la Stravaganza.

Vivaldi: La Stravaganza Op. 4, 12 violin concertos

Rachel Podger (violin)
Arte Dei Suonatori

DSD recording
Tracks
Disc 1:
1-3. Concerto in B flat, Op. 4 No. 1
4-6. Concerto in E minor, Op. 4 No. 2
7-9. Concerto in G major, Op. 4 No. 3
10-12. Concerto in A minor, Op. 4 No. 4
13-15. Concerto in A major, Op. 4 No. 5
16-18. Concerto in G minor, Op. 4 No. 6

Disc 2:
1-4. Concerto in C major, Op. 4 No. 7
5-7. Concerto in D minor, Op. 4 No. 8
8-10. Concerto in F major, Op. 4 No. 9
11-13. Concerto in C minor, Op. 4 No. 10
14-16. Concerto in D major, Op. 4 No. 11
17-19. Concerto in G major, Op. 4 No. 12

Total time: 1:42:59