Tartini: The Devil's Trill & other violin sonatas

Palladians presents a collection of works by the Italian composer and virtuoso violinist, Giuseppe Tartini. The ensemble also perform a sonata by Francesco Maria Veracini, a fellow composer and virtuoso violinist whose style greatly inspired Tartini.

CKD292  61 minutes 23 seconds
'This is clever programming, for while Tartini's music is undoubtedly difficult, the jittery virtuosity of the Veracini throws into relief its melodic grace and refinement. Tartini is known to have ta ...
BBC Music Magazine
'Legend has it that Giuseppe Tartini (1692-1770) dreamt that the Devil appeared at the foot of his bed, playing an extraordinary sonata. On waking, Tartini attempted to write it down. The result is ce ...