Giulio Meneghini, Tartini's pupil and successor as 'primo violino e capo di concerto' in Padua, titled a manuscript 'Concerto per Viola Original Tartini'.
Interpretation
This recording maintains all of Tartini's original notes without alteration, aiming to expand the viola da gamba's repertoire to include virtuosic elements typically reserved for the violin.
Compositional Technique
Tartini's Concerto in D major uniquely features two hunting horns in its instrumental ensemble, suggesting musical atmospheres from north of the Alps.
Compositional Technique
Gianluca Bersanetti, a contemporary composer, adapted Tartini's 'Devil's Trill Sonata' for an ensemble resembling a Corelli-style concerto grosso, redistributing virtuosic violin parts.
Performer Biography
Cristiano Contadin, the Italian viola da gamba player on this album, was invited to perform as a soloist at Umberto Eco's funeral in February 2016.
Historical Context
The Ledenburg Collection, a private music library from the 18th century, primarily contains scores for viola da gamba, including works by Tartini.
Historical Context
In 18th-century Italy, the viola da gamba gradually disappeared from common use, while the violin gained prominence.
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