Cilea: Concertante Suites

Arlia, Filippo, Bronzi, Enrico, I Virtuosi Della Scala, Quarta, Massimo

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Italian composer Francesco Cilea (1866-1950) is best known for his operas, particularly “Adriana Lecouvreur.” However, his contributions to instrumental music should not be overlooked. Though less renowned than his operatic output, Cilea’s instrumental works exhibit a melodic richness and emotional depth characteristic of the Romantic era.

Cilea’s orchestral works show his mastery of lyrical themes and dramatic expression. His works are imbued with a sense of Italianate warmth and passion, reflecting the composer’s deep connection to his native land.

This new recording presents the Suite for Violin & Orchestra, Il Canto dell’Amore, Cilea’s arrangement of a Cello Concerto by Leonardo Leo and the Piccola Suite for Cello & Orchestra.

Played by one of the foremost cellists of Italy, Enrico Bronzi, violinist Massimo Quarta, and the Virtuosi Della Scala, conducted by Filippo Arlia.

Works:

•Francesco Cilea: Suite in E Major for Violin & Orchestra
• Raffaele Cacciola: Il Canto Dell’Amore (arr. Cacciola)
•Leonardo Leo: Cello Concerto in D Major (arr. Francesco Cilea)
•Francesco Cilea: Piccola Suite for Cello & Orchestra: Introduzione alla danza

CD x 1

Brilliant Classics

9/2/24

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