Francesco Rognoni

Selva de-varii passaggi

Immerse yourself in the magnificent soundscapes of the early Baroque with Francesco Rognoni’s renowned masterpiece “Selva de-varii passaggi” (Milan, 1620). This foundational manual on Italian ornamentation and diminution is crafted for both singers and instrumentalists—true to its historical subtitle "for singing and playing with all kinds of instruments." In this monumental, 332-page critical new edition edited by Federico Kaftal and Alessandro Bares (Edition Walhall / Musedita), this historical gem is presented with the highest musicological standards for today's performance practice. Discover virtuosic passaggi, elaborate ornamentation models, and profound insights into 17th-century musical traditions. An indispensable reference and an inexhaustible source of inspiration for any early music performer seeking to bring historical repertoire to life with passion, depth, and stylistic brilliance!