Vivaldi: Four Seasons

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Antonio Vivaldi’s Four Seasons represents one of the most celebrated works in classical music. Composed around 1725 in Venice, these four violin concertos capture the essence of each season through vivid instrumental storytelling. This 1997 recording features violinist Nigel Kennedy performing with the English Chamber Orchestra, bringing fresh interpretation to Vivaldi’s Baroque masterpiece. Each concerto follows the composer’s characteristic fast-slow-fast movement structure, with Spring and Summer showcasing energetic outer movements framing lyrical central passages.

This single CD release on EMI Classics contains the complete Four Seasons concertos, running approximately 41 minutes total. The recording was made in stereo with digital sound quality, capturing Kennedy’s expressive violin work alongside the ensemble’s crisp accompaniment. The disc was manufactured in Holland and includes all four seasonal concertos with their traditional Italian titles. A used copy from us means you own this acclaimed performance at a fraction of retail cost.