On it's latest CD the Consortium Classicum presents entertaining Italian serenades by Rossini, Righini, Paisiello, and others. The term 'serenade' derives from the Italian word serenata, which designates a musical genre of light, serene and tranquil character but with the potential for brilliance and sparkling wit. They are works of fresh and mirthful character, and Righini's Serenade for Wind Sextet, here in a world-premier recording, stands out in this department. In contrast to the other sextets on this CD, this work contains various demanding passages for the horns, which engage in virtuoso dialogue with the clarinet.

Tracklist:

Il Barbiere Di Siviglia (Arr. J. Wendt For Wind Ensemble): Allegro Assai
Il Barbiere Di Siviglia (Arr. J. Wendt For Wind Ensemble): Andante
Il Barbiere Di Siviglia (Arr. J. Wendt For Wind Ensemble): Allegro
Il Barbiere Di Siviglia (Arr. J. Wendt For Wind Ensemble): Andante
Il Barbiere Di Siviglia (Arr. J. Wendt For Wind Ensemble): Andantino
Il Barbiere Di Siviglia (Arr. J. Wendt For Wind Ensemble): Allegro
Il Barbiere Di Siviglia (Arr. J. Wendt For Wind Ensemble): Moderato
Il Barbiere Di Siviglia (Arr. J. Wendt For Wind Ensemble): Andante
Il Barbiere Di Siviglia (Arr. J. Wendt For Wind Ensemble): Larghetto
Quintet (Arr. For Chamber Ensemble)
Sextet: I. Vivace
Sextet: II. Adagio
Sextet: III. Menuetto: Vivace
Sextet: IV. Rondo: Adagio
Sextet: V. Finale: Presto
Serenata: I. Adagio - Allegro Vivace
Serenata: II. Larghetto
Serenata: III. Menuett
Serenata: IV. Largo
Serenata: V. Andante Con Variazioni

UPC: 761203765027
Label: Cpo Records
Release Date: 10.29.13
Format: CD

Consortium Classicum - Italian Serenades (CD)