There are obvious precedents for a performers wholesale change of. The 1989 recording earned a place in the guinness book of world records as the best. This weeks highest new entry comes from a violinist who is no stranger to the classic fm chart. The new four seasonssummer10 his fears are only too true, mendelssohn. The new four seasons by nigel kennedy on apple music.
The new four seasons, an album by nigel kennedy on spotify we and our partners use cookies to personalize your experience, to show you ads based on your interests, and for measurement and analytics purposes. If hearing the four seasons by vivaldi make you groan for something new, you ought to give this recording a chance. One of britains finest violinists, nigel kennedy is a colourful and controversial musician, a master of classical music and one always eager to experiment and explore other areas, thus blurring the boundaries between classical, rock, jazz and folk. In his sleeve notes to that famous release, kennedy stressed that he had rejected the idea of playing vivaldis suite of violin concertos in either the authentic fashion, using period instruments or in the more florid romantic style. Nigel kennedy the new four seasons stadsschouwburg. Nigel kennedy s breakthrough recording of vivaldis four seasons 1989 earned a place in the guinness book of records as the bestselling classical work of all time. Nigel kennedy 2015 after his guinness world record selling album of the four seasons in 1989 nigel kennedy now presents his exciting new version of vivaldis masterpiece. Bbc radio 4 mastertapes, series 5, nigel kennedy the a. Over twentyfive years ago, nigel kennedy made his breakthrough with his recording of vivaldi s the four seasons. The new four seasons there are obvious precedents for a performers wholesale change of.
The new four seasons cd, sep2015, sony classical at the best online prices at ebay. The new four seasonssummer10 his fears are only too true. Nigel kennedy found the answer a quarter of a century ago, combining some fabulous fiddle playing with just enough creative eccentricity to ruffle a few feathers. Nigel kennedy at the jazzfest bonn 2015 music dw 16. As one of the most successful classical performers of his time, violinist nigel kennedy s genredefying music helped him achieve a level of fame typically reserved for pop stars.
He made his early career in the classical field, and has more recently performed in jazz, klezmer and other music genres. But in a crowded market place, how to stand out from the crowd. As one of the most successful classical performers of his time, violinist nigel kennedys genredefying music helped him achieve a level of fame typically reserved for pop stars. The new four seasons and is about to record bachs notoriously difficult solo violin sonatas. Nigel kennedys interpretation of antonio vivaldis four seasons in 1989 brought him fame beyond the world of classical music. Nigel kennedys 1989 breakthrough recording of vivaldis the four seasons sold more than two million copies and remained at the top of the uk classical charts for almost two. A bit of a shock if youre expecting the traditional 4 seasons but stick with it. Aug 14, 2018 antonio vivaldis the four seasons with nigel kennedy. Nigel kennedy, arranger, main artist, producer, violin antonio vivaldi, composer orchestra of life, associated performer tim lewis, producer p. Sep 27, 2012 nigel kennedy, english chamber orchestra album vivaldi. A native of brighton, england, he studied music at the yehudi menuhin school and at juilliard. Having trained at both the yehudi menuhin school of music and the juilliard school in new york, nigel kennedy has developed into one of the.
And sure enough, badboy violinist nigel kennedy and his orchestra of life use the score as a starting point for various kinds of embroidery. Performed and directed by kennedy, this album is a surprising piece of art. After his guinness world record selling album of the four seasons in 1989 nigel kennedy now presents his exciting new version of vivaldis masterpiece. Aug 26, 2015 after his guinness world record selling album of the four seasons in 1989 nigel kennedy now presents his exciting new version of vivaldis masterpiece. The new four seasons there are obvious precedents for a performers wholesale change of approach to a beloved staple of. Horen sie ihre lieblingssongs aus dem album vivaldi. The new four seasonssummer10 his fears are only too true nigel kennedy 2015 ab 1,49 24bit flac album vorhoren vivaldi. Firstly, vivaldi is one of my favorite composers, having travelled to venice 3 times, visiting the chapel he played in, and loving that country of italy. Now, he returns with a new and fresh interpretation, vivaldi. The new four seasons 2015 flac tracks 24 bit44,1 khz time 01.
The 1989 recording earned a place in the guinness book of world records as the bestselling classical work of all time and has sold in excess of two million copies. Antonio vivaldis the four seasons with nigel kennedy. Nigel kennedys four seasons with a twist enters the classic fm chart. Having trained at both the yehudi menuhin school of music and the juilliard school in new york, nigel kennedy has developed into one of. The 1989 recording earned a place in the guinness book. Nigel kennedy born 28 december 1956 is an english violinist and violist. Find nigel kennedy discography, albums and singles on allmusic. Mixed by damon reece massive attack, goldfrapp, who also did the electronic drum programming, kennedy deconstructs this classic piece in a daring, modern way. Music and musicians at hay 2015 hay festival, 2015. Nigel kennedy vivaldi the new four seasons 2015, cd. Nigel kennedy s superb interpretation of the traditional violin part is backed by part traditional, part jazz, part sound effects, a little bit of drums not too much and the whole thing is filled with fun, excitement and rich variety. The new four seasons nigel kennedy on allmusic 2015 when you see someone called zstar among the.
Nigel kennedys superb interpretation of the traditional violin part is backed by part traditional, part jazz, part sound effects, a little bit of drums not too much and the whole thing is filled with fun, excitement and rich variety. The new four seasons 2015 official digital download 24bit44,1khz nigel kennedy vivaldi. In 1989 nigel kennedy made his breakthrough recording of vivaldis four seasons. Bbc arts hay festival, 2015, nigel kennedy on the four seasons. Digital booklet over twentyfive years ago, nigel kennedy made his breakthrough with his recording of vivaldi s the four seasons. Bbc radio 4 mastertapes, series 5, nigel kennedy the aside. The new four seasons nigel kennedy classical crossover 2015. A musical rebel gives vivaldi a postmodern makeover. When you see someone called zstar among the guest artists, its a fair bet that youre not getting a conventional recording of vivaldis four seasons violin concertos. Stream adfree with amazon music unlimited on mobile, desktop, and tablet. Nigel kennedy, english chamber orchestra album vivaldi. Kennedy plays with his orchestra of life, comprised of young musicians, drum programming by massive attacks damon reece and a vocal quartet. The new four seasons cd, sep 2015, sony classical at the best online prices at ebay. Angel studios and rak studios, 1420 december 2011 and 2628 january 2012.
Violinist nigel kennedys the new four seasons strings. With over 250 recordings currently listed across all formats, vivaldis four seasons is the concerto gift that keeps on giving. The fast movements are driven and powerfully exhilarating while the luscious slow movements provide the perfect contrast. There are beats, long solo interjections, abrupt tempo shifts, electronics, rock. Now hes back for a second bite of the cherry and ruffle doesnt begin to cover it. The classic fm chart sunday 18 october 2015 classic fm. The new four seasons, keeps that spirit at the core. The fast movements are driven and powerfully exhilarating while the luscious slow movements provide the. The 1989 recording earned a place in the guinness book of world records as the bestselling. I f anyone has earned the right to mess around with vivaldi. Joining vivaldis narrative journey are several contemporary sounds. Music profile for nigel kennedy, born 28 december 1956.
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