Denis Zanchetta, the basset horn soloist on this recording, plays an instrument built by the Parisian firm Buffet Crampon.
Performer Biography
Denis Zanchetta, the basset horn soloist, is a member of the La Scala Philharmonic Orchestra since its foundation in 1982 and teaches at the High Academy of the Teatro alla Scala foundation.
Composer Biography
Alessandro Rolla (1757-1841) was a unique figure in Italian music, serving as conductor at Milan's La Scala (1802-1833) and a teacher at the city's conservatory from its foundation in 1808.
Recording & Production
This album features the first-ever recordings of Alessandro Rolla's Concerto in D Major for flute and orchestra, Sinfonia in D Major BI. 533, and Sinfonia in B flat Major BI. 540.
Compositional Technique
Rolla's symphonic works feature airy writing with balanced expressive contrasts, particularly in slow movements with simple lyricism, often using variations of operatic themes.
Compositional Technique
In his symphonies, Rolla primarily assigns the main role to the strings, with wind instruments like oboes and horns providing harmonic support.
Composer's Artistic Vision
Rolla was a pioneer in performing works by Mozart and Beethoven and an authentic exponent of Neoclassical taste, adapting classical forms to his era with a noble, elegant, and thoughtful style.
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