Vivaldi - Nigel Kennedy, English Chamber Orchestra – The Four Seasons = Le Quattro Stagioni = Die Vier Jahreszeiten = Les Quatre Saisons

Vivaldi – The Four Seasons

Antonio Vivaldi
Performed by Nigel Kennedy and the English Chamber Orchestra

One of the most iconic works in classical music history, The Four Seasons is Antonio Vivaldi’s vivid musical depiction of nature’s cycle through spring, summer, autumn, and winter. This celebrated recording by Nigel Kennedy brings a bold, expressive, and highly individual interpretation to these baroque masterpieces, combining technical brilliance with a raw, almost improvisational energy.

Each concerto paints a distinct seasonal landscape: the freshness and birdsong of La Primavera (Spring), the heat and tension of L’Estate (Summer), the harvest warmth and dance-like character of L’Autunno (Autumn), and the stark, icy beauty of L’Inverno (Winter). Kennedy’s performance is known for its intensity and flair, bringing a modern edge to Vivaldi’s already vivid musical storytelling.

The result is a landmark recording that has introduced many listeners to the excitement and immediacy of baroque music in a fresh and unconventional way.

Tracklist:

Concerto No.1 in E major “La Primavera” RV 269

1. Allegro – 3:05
2. Largo – 2:36
3. Allegro – 4:00

Concerto No.2 in G minor “L’Estate” RV 315
4. Allegro non molto – 5:22
5. Adagio – 2:20
6. Presto – 2:43

Concerto No.3 in F major “L’Autunno” RV 293
7. Allegro – 4:37
8. Adagio molto – 2:55
9. Allegro – 3:47

Concerto No.4 in F minor “L’Inverno” RV 297
10. Allegro non molto – 3:27
11. Largo – 2:06
12. Allegro – 3:15