The album title, "Canta in Prato," is taken from the opening aria by Antonio Vivaldi, a central figure in European music.
Interpretation
The ensemble Cappella Stravagante deliberately decided against separating sacred and secular music in their programs, preferring to juxtapose disparate text settings.
Composition History
The compositions on this album span from the Renaissance to the height of the Baroque, covering an enormous stylistic range over little more than 250 years.
Instruments
In addition to a Baroque string group, Cappella Stravagante uses instruments like transverse flute, recorder, viola da gamba, harp, Baroque guitar, organ, and percussion to vary instrumental groupings.
Composer Biography
Henry VIII (1491-1547), King of England, was considered an excellent musician by his contemporaries, practicing shooting, singing, dancing, and playing various instruments daily.
Composer's Artistic Vision
Alessandro Scarlatti (1660-1725) believed the aim of music was "to move the passions of the mind," achieving this through a perfect unity of words and music.
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