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. And sure enough, badboy violinist nigel kennedy and his orchestra of life use the score as a starting point for various kinds of embroidery. Nigel kennedy born 28 december 1956 is an english violinist and violist. Nigel kennedy had rerecorded his late 80s greatest hit of vivaldis four seasons with the berlin philharmonic in 2002. Vivaldi, english chamber orchestra, nigel kennedy discogs. I heard one by nigel kennedy with him playing winter from vivaldi s the four seasons this rendition almost brought me to tears. Cd vivaldi the four seasons nigel kennedy quatre saisons clean extras ship free.
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. 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. How nigel kennedy changed classical music forever classic fm. 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. 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 of their repertoire one thinks of the differences. Oct 09, 2015 one day i was listening to cbc radio one.
Nigel kennedy is a passionate aston villa fan and attends as many games as his schedule allows. Oct 29, 2015 nigel kennedy and the orchestra of life. Nigel kennedy, vivaldi, berliner philharmoniker vivaldi. Nigel kennedys second vivaldi disc with the berlin philharmonic sees him exploring further afield in the vivaldi repertoire. Nigel kennedy, vivaldi, berliner philharmoniker vivaldi ii. Stream adfree with amazon music unlimited on mobile, desktop, and tablet. Antonio vivaldi, english chamber orchestra, kennedy, nigel. The new four seasons, nigel kennedy, sony masterworks. Firstly, vivaldi is one of my favorite composers, having travelled to venice 3 times, visiting the chapel he played in, and loving that country. 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. Vivaldi nigel kennedy, english chamber orchestra 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. Nigel kennedy plays spring from vivaldis the four seasons at the.
Nigel kennedy english chamber orchestra cd vivaldi the four seasons used. 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. Over twentyfive years ago, nigel kennedy made his breakthrough with his recording of vivaldi s the four seasons. Kennedy plays with his orchestra of life, comprised of young musicians. No ones to say for sure, but its an absorbing listen nonetheless.
His subsequent recording of vivaldis the four seasons with the english chamber orchestra in 1989 sold over two million copies and earned. 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. A native of brighton, england, he studied music at the yehudi menuhin school and at juilliard. He made his early career in the classical field, and has more recently performed in jazz, klezmer and other music genres. Oct 01, 2003 available with an apple music subscription. 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. 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. Nigel kennedy, english chamber orchestra album vivaldi. There are beats, long solo interjections, abrupt tempo shifts, electronics, rock. Nigel kennedy plays spring from vivaldis the four seasons with palestine strings and. Nigel kennedy spring from vivaldis four seasons 1989.
Cass, album his masters voice digital, his masters voice digital, his masters voice digital. Vivaldi nigel kennedy, berlin philharmonic orchestra. Comprised of four violin concertos written by antonio vivaldi in 1723, the four seasons is probably the baroque composers bestknown work. Take a closer look at the summer concerto from vivaldis. 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.
It sold in excess of 2 million copies and the album remained top of the uk classical charts for almost two years. The new four seasons there are obvious precedents for a performers wholesale change of approach to a beloved staple. The set includes the original recording, award winning film, images not previously issued, memorabilia and a. Kennedy plays with his orchestra of life, comprised of young musicians, drum programming by massive attacks damon reece and a vocal quartet. 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. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Two years later the same forces reunited to make this disc. Antonio vivaldi, english chamber orchestra, kennedy, nigel 4. Stream adfree with amazon music unlimited on mobile, desktop, and.
The biggest new development is the range of sounds coming from the strings of the staid old berlin philharmonic. Each sonnet is divided into three sections fast, slow, fast, which correspond with the three movements in each. Antonio vivaldi, english chamber orchestra, nigel kennedy. 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. 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. Vivaldi, english chamber orchestra, nigel kennedy the four.
The set includes the original recording, award winning film, images not previously issued, memorabilia and a specially written account of the unfolding event. 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. 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. 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. I do offer a money back guarantee if you are not happy. Vivaldi nigel kennedy, english chamber orchestra the.
Each of the four concerti is based on a sonnet supposedly written by vivaldi himself. The four seasons by nigel kennedyberliner philharmoniker now. I heard one by nigel kennedy with him playing winter from vivaldis the four seasons this rendition almost brought me to tears. The new four seasons, keeps that spirit at the core. The four seasons by nigel kennedyberliner philharmoniker on amazon music. Nov 05, 2015 in releasing the album, kennedy insisted that forwardthinking vivaldi would have loved to compose with todays resources. In celebration of the 20th anniversary of nigel kennedys landmark recording of vivaldis four seasons, emi classics presents the 20th anniversary luxury edition. The new four seasonssummer10 his fears are only too true, mendelssohn. The very best of nigel kennedy 2010 kennedy plays bach with the berlin. Violinist nigel kennedys the new four seasons strings. 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. 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. The four seasons by nigel kennedy, antonio vivaldi, english chamber orchestra from amazons classical music store.
Nicolas hudak i f anyone has earned the right to mess around with vivaldis four seasons it is nigel kennedy, the violin worlds marmite. I heard one by nigel kennedy with him playing winter from vivaldis the four seasons this rendition. Vivaldi the four seasons by nigel kennedy and the english chamber orchestra. Joining vivaldis narrative journey are several contemporary sounds. 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. Take a closer look at the summer concerto from vivaldis the.
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