Pastorale in A major, BA16 (Tartini)
from Tartini: The Devil's Trill & other violin sonatas (CKD292)
1 Grave [3'27]
2 Allegro [3'26]
3 Largo – Presto – Largo – Presto – Andante [3'02]
9 minutes 55 seconds 3 tracks
'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 ...