Vivaldi four seasons nigel kennedy

The new four seasons, nigel kennedy, sony masterworks. 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, vivaldi, berliner philharmoniker vivaldi. Two years later the same forces reunited to make this disc. How nigel kennedy changed classical music forever classic fm. 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 part i find this preferable because the music doesnt have the over familiarity of the four seasons, but it also benefits from even better sound bright and clear. Nigel kennedy plays spring from vivaldis the four seasons at the. 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. If it wasnt for a spikyhaired nigel kennedys 1989 recording of vivaldis the four seasons, you and i might not be listening to classic fm. Violinist nigel kennedys the new four seasons strings. On a tour that revisits vivaldis four seasons, the violinist is still a mass of contradictions, but his skill is intact and the sound compelling published. The new four seasons there are obvious precedents for a performers wholesale change of approach to a beloved staple.

Oct 09, 2015 one day i was listening to cbc radio one. Antonio vivaldi, english chamber orchestra, kennedy, nigel. A native of brighton, england, he studied music at the yehudi menuhin school and at juilliard. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Kennedy plays with his orchestra of life, comprised of young musicians. 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. 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. Antonio vivaldi, english chamber orchestra, nigel kennedy. Cass, album his masters voice digital, his masters voice digital, his masters voice digital. I heard one by nigel kennedy with him playing winter from vivaldis the four seasons this rendition. 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. Along with two movements of kennedys trademark vivaldi four seasons at the discs beginning and end, there is a not especially airworthy lark ascending and a movement of bachs sonata no. Stream adfree with amazon music unlimited on mobile, desktop, and tablet. Nigel kennedy, english chamber orchestra album vivaldi.

Nigel kennedy english chamber orchestra cd vivaldi the four seasons used. Vivaldi, english chamber orchestra, nigel kennedy discogs. Firstly, vivaldi is one of my favorite composers, having travelled to venice 3 times, visiting the chapel he played in, and loving that country of italy. Oct 01, 2003 available with an apple music subscription. Take a closer look at the summer concerto from vivaldis. No ones to say for sure, but its an absorbing listen nonetheless. Each sonnet is divided into three sections fast, slow, fast, which correspond with the three movements in each. 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. Nigel kennedy born 28 december 1956 is an english violinist and violist. In celebration of the 20th anniversary of nigel kennedys landmark recording of vivaldis four seasons, emi classics presents the 20th anniversary luxury edition. The four seasons by nigel kennedy, antonio vivaldi, english chamber orchestra from amazons classical music store. And sure enough, badboy violinist nigel kennedy and his orchestra of life use the score as a starting point for various kinds of embroidery. Vivaldi nigel kennedy, english chamber orchestra discogs.

It sold in excess of 2 million copies and the album remained top of the uk classical charts for almost two years. I heard one by nigel kennedy with him playing winter from vivaldi s the four seasons this rendition almost brought me to tears. Antonio vivaldi, english chamber orchestra, kennedy, nigel 4. Vivaldi, english chamber orchestra, nigel kennedy the four. 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, vivaldi, berliner philharmoniker vivaldi ii.

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. Nigel kennedy spring from vivaldis four seasons 1989. Comprised of four violin concertos written by antonio vivaldi in 1723, the four seasons is probably the baroque composers bestknown work. 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. The new four seasons, keeps that spirit at the core. 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. 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 disc, entitled vivaldi ii contains some of vivaldis wellknown concerti, including the concerto for violin and oboe in b flat major and the concerto in d major, as well as lesser known works like the solo sonata in d minor.

Case is in very good shape cd is in excellent condition may have a few minor scratches on the surface. So as soon as i was in front of a computer i ordered this cd by nigel kennedy. The biggest new development is the range of sounds coming from the strings of the staid old berlin philharmonic. As one of the most successful classical performers of his time, violinist nigel kennedys genredefying music helped him achieve a level of fame typically reserved for pop stars. Joining vivaldis narrative journey are several contemporary sounds. Vivaldi nigel kennedy, english chamber orchestra the. Oct 29, 2015 nigel kennedy and the orchestra of life. Each of the four concerti is based on a sonnet supposedly written by vivaldi himself. His subsequent recording of vivaldis the four seasons with the english chamber orchestra in 1989 sold over two million copies and earned. The four seasons by nigel kennedyberliner philharmoniker on amazon music. The new four seasonssummer10 his fears are only too true, mendelssohn. Nigel kennedy had rerecorded his late 80s greatest hit of vivaldis four seasons with the berlin philharmonic in 2002. The four seasons by nigel kennedyberliner philharmoniker now. Take a closer look at the summer concerto from vivaldis the.

Nicolas hudak i f anyone has earned the right to mess around with vivaldis four seasons it is nigel kennedy, the violin worlds marmite. 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. The set includes the original recording, award winning film, images not previously issued, memorabilia and a. 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. Stream adfree with amazon music unlimited on mobile, desktop, and.

Nigel kennedy is a passionate aston villa fan and attends as many games as his schedule allows. Nigel kennedys second vivaldi disc with the berlin philharmonic sees him exploring further afield in the vivaldi repertoire. The set includes the original recording, award winning film, images not previously issued, memorabilia and a specially written account of the unfolding event. Cd vivaldi the four seasons nigel kennedy quatre saisons clean extras ship free. There are beats, long solo interjections, abrupt tempo shifts, electronics, rock. I do offer a money back guarantee if you are not happy. Vivaldi nigel kennedy, berlin philharmonic orchestra.

Over twentyfive years ago, nigel kennedy made his breakthrough with his recording of vivaldi s the four seasons. He made his early career in the classical field, and has more recently performed in jazz, klezmer and other music genres. Nigel kennedy plays spring from vivaldis the four seasons with palestine strings and. Kennedy plays with his orchestra of life, comprised of young musicians, drum programming by massive attacks damon reece and a vocal quartet. Firstly, vivaldi is one of my favorite composers, having travelled to venice 3 times, visiting the chapel he played in, and loving that country. Nov 05, 2015 in releasing the album, kennedy insisted that forwardthinking vivaldi would have loved to compose with todays resources. Vivaldi the four seasons by nigel kennedy and the english chamber orchestra. I heard one by nigel kennedy with him playing winter from vivaldis the four seasons this rendition almost brought me to tears. The very best of nigel kennedy 2010 kennedy plays bach with the berlin.