The Baroque Experience [Box Set] [Box set, Import]

Antonio Vivaldi (Composer), Johann Sebastian Bach (Composer), Carl Philipp Emanuel Bach (Composer), Georg Philipp Telemann (Composer), Giuseppe Torelli (Composer), Arcangelo Corelli (Composer), Johann Pachelbel (Composer), George Frederick Handel (Composer), Thomas Arne (Composer), Henry Purcell (Composer), Alessandro Marcello (Composer), Christopher Hogwood (Conductor), Academy of Ancient Music (Orchestra) | Format: Audio CD

Product Details

• Orchestra: Academy of Ancient Music
• Conductor: Christopher Hogwood
• Composer: Antonio Vivaldi, Johann Sebastian Bach, Carl Philipp Emanuel Bach, Georg Philipp Telemann, Giuseppe Torelli, et al.
• Audio CD (October 29, 2002)
• Number of Discs: 5
• Format: Box set, Import
• Note on Boxed Sets: During shipping, discs in boxed sets occasionally become dislodged without damage. Please examine and play these discs. If you are not completely satisfied, we'll refund or replace your purchase.
• Label: Mca Import
• ASIN: B000004CY0
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #211,546 in Music (See Top 100 in Music)
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  • #41 in Music > Classical > Forms & Genres > Concertos > Concertinos
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Track Listings

Disc: 1

1. The Four Seasons (Il quattro stagione), concertos (4) for violin, strings & continuo ('Il cimento' Nos. 1-4) , Op. 8/1 - 4: Spring: I

2. The Four Seasons (Il quattro stagione), concertos (4) for violin, strings & continuo ('Il cimento' Nos. 1-4) , Op. 8/1 - 4: Spring: I

3. The Four Seasons (Il quattro stagione), concertos (4) for violin, strings & continuo ('Il cimento' Nos. 1-4) , Op. 8/1 - 4: Spring: I

4. The Four Seasons (Il quattro stagione), concertos (4) for violin, strings & continuo ('Il cimento' Nos. 1-4) , Op. 8/1 - 4: Summer: I

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Disc: 2

1. Brandenburg Concerto No. 3 in G major, BWV 1048: I. Allegro

2. Brandenburg Concerto No. 3 in G major, BWV 1048: II. Adagio

3. Brandenburg Concerto No. 3 in G major, BWV 1048: III. Allegro

4. Brandenburg Concerto No. 4 in G major, BWV 1049: I. Allegro

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Disc: 3

1. Orchestral Suite No. 2 in B minor, BWV 1067: I. Ouverture

2. Orchestral Suite No. 2 in B minor, BWV 1067: II. Rondeau

3. Orchestral Suite No. 2 in B minor, BWV 1067: III. Sarabande

4. Orchestral Suite No. 2 in B minor, BWV 1067: IV. Bourrée I - Bourrée II

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Disc: 4

1. Canon and gigue, for 3 violins & continuo in D major, T. 337

2. Solomon, oratorio, HWV 67: Arrival of the Queen of Sheba

3. Berenice, Regina d'Egitto, opera, HWV 38: Overture. Menuet & Gigue

4. Overture No. 3 for orchestra in G major (for the drama 'Henry and Emma')

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Disc: 5

1. Water Music Suite No.2 for orchestra in D major, HWV 349

2. Double Trumpet Concerto for 2 trumpets, strings & continuo in C major, RV 537: I. Allegro

3. Double Trumpet Concerto for 2 trumpets, strings & continuo in C major, RV 537: II. Largo

4. Double Trumpet Concerto for 2 trumpets, strings & continuo in C major, RV 537: III. Allegro

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Customer Reviews

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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing Collection, Amazing Ensemble!, March 29, 2006

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M. C. Colver "LittleMitchColver" (henderson, nv United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: The Baroque Experience [Box Set] (Audio CD)

This set is an absolute gem, and for two reasons: First, because it is so rare and hard to come across; Second, because the quality of the music is at such a high level. This 5 CD SET ought to be part of every collection of fine music. Christopher Hogwood is one of the finest conductors of Baroque music that I've ever heard. The included rendition of Corelli's "Christmas Concerto" is the best recording I'v heard. As well, this set includes the complete "Four Seasons," which, while not exceptional, are quite satisfactory. This is a must own set for high quality recording collectors.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars GENERALLY EXCELLENT, FOUR SEASONS LACK VIVACITY, March 11, 2009

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Ernest A. Dupont (Fort Coulonge QC Canada) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: The Baroque Experience [Box Set] (Audio CD)

This is a beautiful collection, by one of the world's leading Baroque orchestras. The Academy of Ancient Music is a group of 17 musicians led by Christopher Hogwood, the founder. This collection of 5 CDs has a stellar programme... from the Pachelbel CANON to the CONCERTO ALLA RUSTICA by Vivaldi. The renditions are mostly excellent. I especially liked the two Brandenburg Concerti included here (3 and 4). They are very bubbly. A weak point to me was the Four Seasons... the right notes, the right sound but this segment is lacking in brightness. Well worth buying, try to find it at a reasonable price.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars highly recommended, July 17, 2004

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This review is from: The Baroque Experience [Box Set] (Audio CD)

highly recommended by antonio-vivaldi dot org along with Pinnock's version.