This album was recorded in February 2023 at the Théâtre sicilien of the Italian Embassy in Paris, a historic venue with 18th-century décor.
Instruments
The recording features Madame Adélaïde's violin, a Neapolitan school instrument made by Nicola Gagliano, which has an exceptional sound even after 250 years.
Historical Context
The violin known as 'Madame Adélaïde's violin' was once part of a famous hoax by Marius Casadesus, who claimed it was played by Mozart and that he had found an unpublished Mozart concerto for it.
Interpretation
This recording of Vivaldi's Four Seasons aims for sincerity and personal interpretation, rather than seeking extremes or originality at all costs.
Recording & Production
The recording includes Vivaldi's aria "Sovvente il sole" from Andromeda Liberata, which was discovered in 2002 and is the only Vivaldi manuscript in his own hand in Venice.
Performer Biography
Julien Chauvin, the violinist and director, founded Le Concert de la Loge in 2015 to revive a renowned 18th-century ensemble.
