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The Irish Seasons: Ailbhe MCDonagh, Antonio Vivaldi

Lynda O'Connor; Anamus; David Brophy

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Format: CD

Cat No: AV2688

Release Date:  02 August 2024

Label:  Avie

Packaging Type:  Jewel Case

No of Units:  1

Barcode:  822252268829

Genres:  Classical  Contemporary Classical  

  • Description

    As responses to Vivaldi's The Four Seasons go, the world-premiere of The Irish Four Seasons by Ailbhe McDonagh instantly ranks amongst the most evocative and ear-catching. Presented alongside the "Red Priest's" monumental opus, in the debut recording by leading Irish violinist Lynda O'Connor, McDonagh's The Irish Four Seasons resonates with a shrewd synthesis of Baroque style and Irish culture.



    O'Connor explains, "Irish and Baroque music are similar in many ways. The freedom to ornament, similarities in structure and the prominence of reinterpretation are apparent in both styles". O'Connor and McDonagh are frequently referred to as musical soulmates. In their most recent collaboration, they bring to bear Ireland's huge musical heritage.



    Arranged over four movements - Earrach (Spring), Samhradh (Summer), Fomhar (Autumn), and Geimhreadh (Winter) -The Irish Four Seasons introduces new Irish airs inspired by Vivaldi's memorable melodies, creating an exciting and emotive work that proudly takes its place alongside the Baroque evergreen. Supported by her new, hand-picked ensemble Anamus under the baton of David Brophy, O'Connor brings these programmatic works - old and new alike - to palpable life.



    "The most impressive moments of these two performances were provided by the long-breathed phrasing of Lynda O' Connor" – Michael Dervan, The Irish Times



    "Among an abundance of recorded interpretations of Vivaldi's concertos, O'Connor's captures something of the immediacy and visceral nature of these programmatic works." – BBC Music Magazine (5 stars)

  • Tracklisting

      Disc 1

      Side 1

      • 1. Vivaldi: The Four Seasons: Concerto No. 1 in E Major, RV 269 "La primavera" (spring): I. Allegro
      • 2. Vivaldi: The Four Seasons: Concerto No. 1 in E Major, RV 269 "La primavera" (spring): II. Largo
      • 3. Vivaldi: The Four Seasons: Concerto No. 1 in E Major, RV 269 "La primavera" (spring): III. Allegro
      • 4. Vivaldi: The Four Seasons: Concerto No. 2 in G Minor, RV 315 "L'estate" (summer): I. Allegro non molto - Allegro
      • 5. Vivaldi: The Four Seasons: Concerto No. 2 in G Minor, RV 315 "L'estate" (summer): II. Adagio - Presto
      • 6. Vivaldi: The Four Seasons: Concerto No. 2 in G Minor, RV 315 "L'estate" (summer): III. Presto
      • 7. Vivaldi: The Four Seasons: Concerto No. 3 in F Major, RV 293 "L'autunno" (autumn): I. Allegro - Larghetto - Allegro assai/molto
      • 8. Vivaldi: The Four Seasons: Concerto No. 3 in F Major, RV 293 "L'autunno" (autumn): II. Adagio molto
      • 9. Vivaldi: The Four Seasons: Concerto No. 3 in F Major, RV 293 "L'autunno" (autumn): III. Allegro
      • 10. Vivaldi: The Four Seasons: Concerto No. 4 in F Minor, RV 297 "L'inverno" (winter): I. Allegro non molto
      • 11. Vivaldi: The Four Seasons: Concerto No. 4 in F Minor, RV 297 "L'inverno" (winter): II. Largo
      • 12. Vivaldi: The Four Seasons: Concerto No. 4 in F Minor, RV 297 "L'inverno" (winter): III. Allegro - Lento - Allegro
      • 13. Ailbhe McDonagh: the Irish Four Seasons: I. Earrach (spring)
      • 14. Ailbhe McDonagh: the Irish Four Seasons: II. Samhradh (summer)
      • 15. Ailbhe McDonagh: the Irish Four Seasons: III. Fomhar (autumn)
      • 16. Ailbhe McDonagh: the Irish Four Seasons: IV. Geimhreadh (winter)