IDAGIO | Martucci: Orchestral Music, Vol. 2 - Symphony No. 2, Theme and Variations, Tarantella & Gavotta 0747313093076

Featuring

Francesco La Vecchia
Lya De Barberiis
Rome Symphony Orchestra
Giuseppe Martucci

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Composer Biography

Martucci was appointed principal conductor of the newly formed Orchestra Napoletana in 1877, which by 1884 was considered the best in Italy.

Composition History

Martucci's Second Symphony, which he conducted at its 1904 premiere, was also championed by the famous conductor Arturo Toscanini.

Composer Biography

Giuseppe Martucci, born in Capua in 1856, began piano lessons with his father and gave recitals with his sister before the age of nine.

Recording & Production

The Orchestra Sinfonica di Roma, established in 2000, is a rare example in Europe of an orchestra that is completely privately funded.

Composer's Artistic Vision

Martucci's composition teacher, Paolo Serrao, had a decisive influence on him through his advocacy of the Austro-German repertoire, which was unusual in Italy at the time.

Composer's Artistic Vision

As a conductor, Martucci introduced Italian audiences to composers like Berlioz, Schumann, and Brahms, and championed Wagner, giving the Italian premiere of Tristan und Isolde.

Critical Reception

Martucci's orchestral music, including his two symphonies and two piano concertos, enjoyed only limited success in Italy, despite his recognition as the foremost Italian orchestral composer of his time.