18th-century Portugal experienced a rapid Italianisation of musical life, with a preference for vocal music over instrumental works like these concerti grossi.
Composition History
These Concerti Grossi by António Pereira da Costa are the only known set of concerti grossi from 18th-century Portugal.
Compositional Technique
António Pereira da Costa's Concerti Grossi incorporate an "Iberian" flavor in dances like the Minuetto and Corrente, and Concerto X has a "Bataglia" character with martial clichés from Portuguese and Spanish organ pieces.
Composer Biography
António Pereira da Costa was the Chapel Master (Mestre da Capella) of the Cathedral of Funchal, the highest musical position on the Portuguese island of Madeira.
Composer Biography
Very little is known about António Pereira da Costa, the composer of these Concerti Grossi, making him a fascinating and enigmatic figure in Portuguese music history.
Composition History
The publication of António Pereira da Costa's Concerti Grossi in London in 1741 initiated a new musical connection between Portugal and England.
Recording & Production
The original 'violão de concertinho' (concertino cello / continuo) part for these concertos was lost, so the performers on this recording reconstructed it for the six included works.
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