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Old 09-13-2017, 11:21 AM
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Default Vivaldi.........The Four Seasons
We went to our local gardens for a tour of the newly renovated fountain section. During the 12 minute fountain display, they played Vivaldi's The Four Seasons and I realized that I don't have a really good rendition of this in my collection. What can you recommend, preferably in a digital download. HD Tracks has several to choose from. Thanks, Jack
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Check this one out...

Vivaldi: The Four Seasons
Nils-Erik Sparf (baroque violin)
Drottningholm Baroque Ensemble



It's from the BIS label. Astonishing playing and sonics on this one.
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Old 09-13-2017, 11:56 AM
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Vivaldi: The Four Seasons

Nils-Erik Sparf (baroque violin)

Drottningholm Baroque Ensemble







It's from the BIS label. Astonishing playing and sonics on this one.


An excellent recording. Here's another one by the Avison Ensemble, available from the Linn website:

http://www.linnrecords.com/recording...concertos.aspx
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I like this one ...
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With probably ten Four Seasons in my collection, there is no doubt, this is my favorite. Superb interpretation, top quality muscianship and sound. Winter is fantastical.

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Igor Kipnis has a great recording with a small ensemble - very intimate. An interesting variation of the larger piece.



I'm also a big fan of Max Richter's Four Seasons Recomposed. Available in HD Tracks too.



And there is an iPad app which is phenomenal in breaking down the different sections and pieces - and even has 3 different recordings including the Max Richter version

http://vivaldisfourseasons.com
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I love the version of the original release that was in 1 cd.

I need to search for my cd and post the picture later.

https://www.discogs.com/release/4811...entione/images
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Any recommendations on a 5.1 SACD that is easily accessible in US.
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