Giuseppe Tartini (1692-1770), the composer, focused almost exclusively on the violin, with 135 concertos and 200 sonatas for the instrument forming the core of his musical output.
Recording & Production
The recordings were made in 'historical sites' of Venetian music, such as palaces, Palladian villas, and churches in the provinces of Vicenza, Padua, and Venice.
Composer's Artistic Vision
Tartini's later works, from around 1735, show a shift towards highly virtuosic instrumental writing, free from Vivaldian influence, and an increased focus on expressive slow movements.
Interpretation
The performers, L'Arte dell'Arco, created their own editions for this recording, based on Tartini's autograph manuscripts and other contemporary copies, which were often difficult to decipher.
Composition History
Most of Tartini's violin concertos exist only as undated manuscripts, making chronological ordering difficult and relying on stylistic analysis.
Recording & Production
This album features almost all world premiere recordings of Tartini's works, as many do not exist in modern editions.
Interpretation
The ensemble L'Arte dell'Arco uses a higher pitch (A=442 Hz) and specially calibrated gut strings, along with research into historical Venetian intonation, to recreate a bright sound in the high range.
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