"There is common ground in many of these "concerti per archi", gut they contain a dazzling kaleidoscope of moods and textures. Andrea Marcon directs vivid, strongly etched performances that often reach fiery intensity. Things get off to a sizzling start with the precocious beginning of RV111a, and the opening Allegro of RV157 is a perfect illustration of Marcon's fondness for wonderfully incisive yet flowing continuo.
But there are also notable moments of exquisite beauty, such as a gorgeously played Largo from RV127. The Adagio in RV121 is an evocative hushed moment graced with lovely theorbo playing. It is easy to notice the athleticism of the Venice Baroque Orchestra's vigorous playing of fast movements, yet it is equally significant that the group perform Vivaldi's slower music with tenderness . . . these are glory days for Vivaldi's music." Gramophone Awards Issue, November 2006
". . . the spotlight is completely on the orchestra, which is lithe, colourful, virtuosic, hits the ground running . . . the enjoyment emanating from the players is palpable . . ." --BBC Music Magazine, September 2006
". . . the spotlight is completely on the orchestra, which is lithe, colourful, virtuosic, hits the ground running . . . the enjoyment emanating from the players is palpable . . ." --BBC Music Magazine, September 2006
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