Antonio Vivaldi
Concerto RV 537
for Soprano Saxophone, Alto Saxophone & Piano (Organ)
Antonio Vivaldi
Concerto RV 537
for Soprano Saxophone, Alto Saxophone & Piano (Organ)
- Instrumentation Soprano Saxophone, Alto Saxophone and Piano
- Optional Instrumentation Soprano Saxophone, Alto Saxophone and Organ
- Composer Antonio Vivaldi
- Editor Colette Mourey
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Difficulty Level
- Edition Piano Score and Part(s)
- Publisher Editions Marc Reift
- Order no. EMR99116
Description:
Antonio Vivaldi’s Concerto RV 537 transports us into the colorful musical world of the Baroque. Composed at the beginning of the 18th century, it exemplifies the brilliant and expressive style that made the Venetian composer famous. The work is characterized by its energy, strong contrasts, and a particularly lively compositional style. Vivaldi alternates lively passages with calmer, more melodic moments. Rhythm plays an essential role, lending the music its dynamic and rousing character. The various themes engage in a dialogue with one another and develop with great clarity. Virtuoso expressiveness is combined with the great melodic elegance characteristic of Vivaldi’s musical language. The work impressively illustrates the Baroque preference for movement, contrast, and virtuosity. The Concerto RV 537 is thus an outstanding example of Antonio Vivaldi’s inventiveness and musical richness.