Vivaldi: The Meeting

vivaldi: the meeting

On this CD:

    Ottone in Villa, opera in 3 acts, RV 729 Fuarda in Quest'occhi
    Composed by Antonio Vivaldi
    with Mauro Scappini, Giorgio Carnini, Luca Avanzi, Caterina Calvi, Ottavio Dantone

    Violin Concerto, for violin, strings & continuo in E major ("La Primavera," The Four Seasons; "Il cimento" No. 1), Op.8/1, RV 269 excerpt
    Composed by Antonio Vivaldi
    with Mauro Scappini, Giorgio Carnini, Luca Avanzi, Caterina Calvi, Ottavio Dantone

    La verità in cimento, opera in 3 acts, RV739 La pena amara
    Composed by Antonio Vivaldi
    with Mauro Scappini, Giorgio Carnini, Luca Avanzi, Caterina Calvi, Ottavio Dantone

    Giustino, opera in 3 acts, RV717 Bedro con mio diletto
    Composed by Antonio Vivaldi
    with Mauro Scappini, Giorgio Carnini, Luca Avanzi, Caterina Calvi, Ottavio Dantone

    Orlando (Orlando furioso II), opera in 3 acts, RV 728 Nel profondo
    Composed by Antonio Vivaldi
    with Mauro Scappini, Giorgio Carnini, Luca Avanzi, Caterina Calvi, Ottavio Dantone

    Griselda, opera in 3 acts, RV 718 Agitata da due venti
    Composed by Antonio Vivaldi
    with Mauro Scappini, Giorgio Carnini, Luca Avanzi, Caterina Calvi, Ottavio Dantone

    Violin Concerto, for violin, strings & continuo in E major ("La Primavera," The Four Seasons; "Il cimento" No. 1), Op.8/1, RV 269 excerpt
    Composed by Antonio Vivaldi
    with Mauro Scappini, Giorgio Carnini, Luca Avanzi, Caterina Calvi, Ottavio Dantone

Editorial Reviews
Amazon.com
While the concept of rock musicians jamming with the symphony orchestra isn't entirely a new one, Vivaldi: The Meeting is in its own way unique. On this album, former Slayer drummer Dave Lombardo journeys to Italian composer Vivaldi's homeland to take part in a seven-song suite that attempts to re-create a performance the composer supposedly gave over 200 years ago. Conducted by Lorenzo Arruga, Vivaldi: The Meeting joins Lombardo with several of Italy's leading contemporary classical musicians, including oboist Luca Avanzi, flutist Mauro Scappini, and Ottavio Dantone on harpsichord (which lends "authenticity" to a period piece such as this). More opera than classical, more rock than jazz, this somewhat grandiose experiment is surprisingly even in places. Lombardo's true colors come to the fore in "La Pena Amara," where he rocks out (if only for a minute or two). Meanwhile, his rock-schooled chops in "Part Five: Nel Profondo" sound downright schizophrenic next to the Baroque harpsichord and operatic vocals that otherwise embellish the tune. This odd juxtaposition in a strange way asserts the validity of the "experiment" after all. --Joe S. Harrington

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Vivaldi: The Meeting
Vivaldi: The Meeting
Average customer rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
  • magnificent
  • Blistering Barogue!!!
  • Uniquely wild
  • Dave Lombardo and Classical?
 Vivaldi: The Meeting

Manufacturer: Thirsty Ear
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B00000IP4C
Release Date: 1999-06-08

Tracks:

  1. Un Apparizione: Guarda In Quest'occhi
  2. Una Sfida: La Tempesta D'Estate
  3. La Pena Amara
  4. Vedro Con Mio Diletto
  5. Nel Profondo
  6. Agitata Da Due Venti
  7. Un Congedo: Il Canto Del Pastore

Amazon.com

While the concept of rock musicians jamming with the symphony orchestra isn't entirely a new one, Vivaldi: The Meeting is in its own way unique. On this album, former Slayer drummer Dave Lombardo journeys to Italian composer Vivaldi's homeland to take part in a seven-song suite that attempts to re-create a performance the composer supposedly gave over 200 years ago. Conducted by Lorenzo Arruga, Vivaldi: The Meeting joins Lombardo with several of Italy's leading contemporary classical musicians, including oboist Luca Avanzi, flutist Mauro Scappini, and Ottavio Dantone on harpsichord (which lends "authenticity" to a period piece such as this). More opera than classical, more rock than jazz, this somewhat grandiose experiment is surprisingly even in places. Lombardo's true colors come to the fore in "La Pena Amara," where he rocks out (if only for a minute or two). Meanwhile, his rock-schooled chops in "Part Five: Nel Profondo" sound downright schizophrenic next to the Baroque harpsichord and operatic vocals that otherwise embellish the tune. This odd juxtaposition in a strange way asserts the validity of the "experiment" after all. --Joe S. Harrington

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars magnificent.......2003-11-23

to see dave lombardo, the drummer of slayer, a death metal band, release a classical album is simply genious. he obviously wants to express to everyone that he's not just another metal drummer and that he also has feelings toward music and not just playing it to enjoy sex, drugs, and rock n' roll. it also tells me that he appreciates and realizes the genius toward other kinds of music other than his own. im very proud of him. he was always my favorite drummer and i knew when it came to slayer he wasn't like the rest of them. he was special.

4 out of 5 stars Blistering Barogue!!!.......2001-04-25

Definetely one of the more "peculiar" CD of my collection.. I'm a fan of BOTH classical/barogue music and beat/percussion-based music, but MIXING these two genres as fluidly as on this CD seemed implausible... The incorporating of powerhouse drummer Lombardo's cuban-style percussion into Vivaldi's crystalline music somehow works seemless on this release, and they even get away with "jamming" on one of the Vivaldi pieces; even the soprano-singer improvises in the most joyful way!! You really get the feeling that they were having fun with old maestro Vivaldi, while respectfully aknowledging the genious of Vivaldi's art.

4 out of 5 stars Uniquely wild.......2000-04-22

If your one of the few, like myself, who enjoys both classical and metal, this CD offers some nice ear candy. When I first read that Dave Lombardo was venturing into classical I thought I needed glasses, but as I read on it sounded like a really cool idea and became less hard to believe. As it turns out, Vivaldi blends quite well with modern percussion. This is a very cool CD. I don't think it will appeal to very many people, so it will probably remain in obscurity, but it may very well become a novelty in the cult classic realm. The only complaint I have about this album is I feel there should have been fewer vocal arrangements and more instrumental pieces. If your in the mood for something different, try this on for size. Just keep in mind that for most, it will be an acquired taste.

5 out of 5 stars Dave Lombardo and Classical?.......1999-12-13

Dave Lomardo has done it again! This CD is amazing! If your into drumming, classical music, or some wild experimentation, this CD is a must. I, myself am a metal drummer, I do not listen to classical music at all, but I still found this CD to be incredible. I recommend it to anyone with an open mind. Remember, it is classical music with Dave Lombardo, this means that some hardcore Slayer or Grip Inc. fans may be dissapointed, although as a fan of all things Lombardo, I was definately not dissapointed in the least.
Sacred Planet
Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
  • A Hidden Gem
 Sacred Planet

Manufacturer: Amiata Records
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B00000ICPB
Release Date: 1999-03-30

Tracks:

  1. Gloria In Re Maggiore, RV 589 (In Excelsis) - Antonio Vivaldi
  2. The Journey's Beginning - Angelo Ricciardi
  3. Didgeridoo - Gary Thomas
  4. Dyulmano Dyulbero - The Bulgarian Voices
  5. De Harmonices Mundi - Matteo Silva/Amelia Cuni
  6. Glen Affric - In A Split Second
  7. D'Ror Yikra - Alon Michael/Israel Edelson
  8. Alleluia-Pascha Nostrum - Ustad Nishat Khan/Ensemble Gilles Binchois
  9. El-Hadra - Klaus Wiese/Ted De Jong
  10. Anticuna - Don Agustin Rivas
  11. Ascension - Michael Vetter
  12. Juppiter - Synaulia
  13. From Me To You - Sainkho Namtchylak
  14. Calore - Ludovico Einaudi
  15. Magnificat In Re Maggiore, BWV 243 - J. S. Bach
  16. Ejengi Ceremony - Da-Denjelle Pygmies
  17. Putainoi - Nouthong Phimvilayphone
  18. San Juan Turtle Dance - Garcia Brothers
  19. Messiah: Isiah XL 1.3 - G. F. Handel
  20. The Celestine Suite, 5th Movement - Andrea Ceccomori/Antonio Rossi

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars A Hidden Gem.......2000-07-29

Having intially received this CD due to the presence of one track of Bulgarian choral music, I was astonished to discover the presence of a musical treasure trove!

"Sacred Planet" embodies everything an album should be. Not a mere collection of songs, each track leads well into the next, creating a soothing and fascinating listening experience. Care has obviously been taken to blend the songs together in a comprehensive phrase of music, rather than the clutter and clash of moods that so many albums seem to consist of.

This album is a collection of music from around the world. Each piece is a compelling look inside a given musical culture, and can be appreciated for its individual beauty. As a whole, any listener will be intrigued by being able to compare and contrast musical styles of many different cultures and time periods. This album houses inspiring music that motivates the listener to expand his or her horizons, branching out in unusual and deeply satisfying directions. A stunning procession of both vocal and instrumental music, this album must be heard to be believed.

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