The country folk rejoice once again, celebrating the harvest by drinking wine. “L’autunno” or “Autumn,” makes a return to the clarity resembling “Spring,” with similar musical themes in the first movements. The most striking moment is served in the third movement, as a hail storm mercilessly rains down, offering a perfect contrast. The air is almost at a standstill, the birds chirping away lazily until a breeze gathers up, whipping the warning of an imminent storm. The “L’estate” or “Summer,” offers a slow start, portraying the weather as too hot for any movement. The movement ends with a lively country dance, with inhabitants celebrating the return of the fauna and flora after a harsh winter. It is invaded by a sudden thunderstorm, but the singing birds soon regain dominance. “Spring” or “La primavera,” starts with the clarity and crispness of a typical spring day, accompanied by the choirs of birds and streams. The concertos offer their own musical exhibition through all players, the soloists burning the brightest. It can, therefore, be classified as “programmatic.” The Movements Spring Each sonnet (in this case each season) in “The Four Seasons” can be divided into three sections, each corresponding to a movement. This somewhat made sense as Vivaldi, with his numerous concertos, “The Four Seasons” in particular, exemplified the typical concerto form.Ī typical concerto consists of three movements – a slow middle movement contrasting the lively first and third. The names of the originator of these sonnets remain questionable, although most historians credit Vivaldi for them. He named it “The Contest of Harmony and Invention,” or “Il cimento dell’armonia e dell’inventione.” Apart from harboring inspiration from the seasons, the concertos were influenced by a set of four sonnets crafted about summer, winter, autumn, and spring. It was Vivaldi’s 8 th opus among a set of 12. The ConcertiĪ timeless masterpiece, the concerti were first introduced in 1725. He was appointed as the “Conservatoire D irector” there and being a supremely skilled violinist, blossomed. The composer’s interest in crafting concertos can be linked to “Ospedale della Piera,” a home for illegitimate and orphaned girls which specializes in teaching music. The majority of these “solo concerti” were crafted for the violin (#220), which wasn’t very surprising given his strong background in violin. During this 40-year tenure, he crafted over 450 concertos. The orchestra at the conservatory maintained a high-standard under his direction, with weekly concerts being held featuring the creme de la crème of the students. Antonio utilized the violin as the sole instrument in “The Four Seasons.” Origin The generalized views suggest concertos as a conversation between – a solo instrument or multiple solo instruments and a wider ensemble. Vivaldi’s “The Four Seasons,” or “Le quattro stagioni” in Italian is a set of four concertos. His works ooze the perfection of the 17 th -century Italian opera and concerto formats. 8 No.The Four Seasons: A Timeless Masterpiece by Antonio VivaldiĪntonio Vivaldi is a genius and truly stands out as the most creative among the host of composers who brought the Italian Baroque style to its zenith. “ The Four Seasons, Violin Concerto in G Minor, Op.“ The Cuatro Estaciones Porteñas: Verano Porteño” – Astor Piazzolla.“ Recomposed by Max Richter: Vivaldi, The Four Seasons: “Spring 3”” – Max Richter.🎁 To treat your friends and family to a Candlelight gift card, click here 🎻 Check out all the Candlelight concerts in Regina 🕯️ If you would like to book a private concert (min 40+ people), please click here 🪑 Seating is assigned on a first come first served basis in each zone ♿ Accessibility: this venue is accessible for people with reduced mobility
Anyone under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult 👤 Age requirement: 8 years old or older. ⏳ Duration: 60 minutes (doors open 45 mins prior to the start time and late entry is not permitted) 📅 Dates and times: select your dates/times directly in the ticket selector Get your tickets now to discover the music of Vivaldi and More at Holy Rosary Cathedral under the gentle glow of candlelight. ⭐ Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Regina.
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