Rossini / London Musici / Stephenson - String Sonatas 1 3 - COMPACT DISCS [CD]

This features a fine selection of repertoire by Rossini, including two world premiere recordings. The album is bookended by Rossini's La regatta veneziana and his Soirees musicales, both of which are sometimes referred to as his InchVenetian Regatta.Inch Soprano Valentina Varriale is an outstanding vocalist with a generous voice and emotional timbre. She sings with the same attention to detail the most beautiful pages of the operatic lyric repertoire and the masterpieces of the baroque and classical periods. Mezzosoprano Monica Carletti first studied violin before graduating with an honors degree in voice from the Conservatorio Santa Cecilia in Rome. She regularly interprets the great Italian, German, French, and Polish repertoire in her recitals. Born in Catania, Giulio Pelligra debuted in 2006 at the National Theatre in Malta. His highly-praised toles include Rodolfo in La Boheme and Lord Ricardo Percy in Donizetti's Anna Bolena. Bass vocalist Salvatore Grigoli graduated from Conservatorio Bellini in Palermo. His numerous awards include InchConcorso Nazionale Agimus,Inch and Best Bellini voice at InchConsorso citta di Alcamo.Inch These brilliant vocalists are joined by pianist Marco Sollini, one of the most sought-after accompanists in Italy.

Sir Neville Mariner leads the Academy of St. Martin in the Fields in Rossini's complete Sonate a Quattro. Written when the composer was only 12, these pieces reveal the young Rossini's fondness for Mozart and Haydn. Usually scored for two violins, cello and double bass, the works are often transcribed for string orchestra. Their purity, early classicism and innate virtuosity are beautifully displayed in these performances.

G. Rossini - Son STRS 1-6 [COMPACT DISCS] Canada - Import date 10/26/2006