VENICE SECRETS
During the 18th century in 'the most beautiful city built by man', the famous orphanage Ospedale Dell Pieta was home to concerts veiled in secrecy and draped in the sublime beauty of the baroque. Here, abandoned young girls became elite musicians, and would perform behind screens, completely hidden from view. The music was written by their violin master and one of the greatest baroque composers, Antonio Vivaldi. This was an experience that had locals, tourists and royalty spellbound.
In 2012, the Brandenburg, together with renowned Italian period violinist and guest director Federico Guglielmo, will reveal a collection of Venice Secrets dedicated to this enigmatic violin virtuoso. Experience seven concertos painted in the colours of Vivaldi's Venice - a floating labyrinth of sumptuous period instrument sounds, from the enchanting to the exhilarating. Discover the thrilling virtuosity of Vivaldi as his stratospheric passages are brought to life by a modern day master of the Italian baroque. An exquisite tribute to the secret beauty behind Vivaldi's more hidden works.
PLAYERS
Federico Guglielmo (Italy) guest director and period violin
with the Australian Brandenburg Orchestra
Artistic Director Paul Dyer
MUSIC
Vivaldi Ciaccona from Concerto for Strings in C major RV 114
Vivaldi Concerto for several instruments in G minor RV 576
Vivaldi Concerto for several instruments in F major RV 572, Il Proteo
Vivaldi Concerto for several instruments in D major RV 562
Vivaldi Concerto for several instruments in F major RV 574
Vivaldi Concerto for two violins and two cellos RV 564
Vivaldi Concerto for several instruments in G minor RV 577
This concert will last approximately 2 hours inlcuding interval.
SEE REHEARSAL PHOTOS
This concert is supported by the
Italian Cultural Institute, Sydney
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CONCERT DETAILS
SYDNEY
City Recital Hall Angel Place
Wed 22, Fri 24 & Wed 29 Feb,
Fri 2 & Sat 3 Mar all at 7pm
Sat 3 Mar 2pm Matinee
Tickets: $61 - $148
Under 30 from $26
Transaction fees apply
MELBOURNE
Melbourne Recital Centre
Sat 25 Feb at 7pm
Sun 26 Feb at 5pm
Tickets: $56 - $135
Under 30 from $26
Transaction fees apply
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