Sinfonia a 3, W-K32 (Colista)
from Stradella: San Giovanni Battista (CDA67617)
1 Adagio [1'38]
2 Largo [0'45]
3 Allegro [0'34]
2 minutes 57 seconds 3 tracks
‘When you learn that Handel owned an early copy of the manuscript all the pieces begin to fall into place; here is a perfect example of the Italian manner that was to influence him so fundamentally ...
‘Stradella's score, characterized by constant variety, is ravishing throughout … the whole band plays with tremendous panache and stylistic aplomb’ (International Record Review)
‘Stradella is probably more famous for having been murdered … than for his music. That's a pity, for the latter, vital, free-flowing and bold, is well worth exploration. The oratorio San Giovanni ...