Orchestra Sinfonica Di Roma/Francesco La Vecchia/Quartetto Noferini/Luca Braga/Lucia Pittau/Roberto Trainini/Massimiliano Ferrati/Alberto Miodini/Chiarastella Onorati/Luisa Prayer

Giuseppe Martucci (1856-1909) stands as a prominent figure in Italian musical history, celebrated for his contributions as a composer, conductor, and pianist. Born in Capua, Italy, Martucci demonstrated remarkable musical talent from a young age. His early studies in Naples under Beniamino Cesi and Paolo Serrao paved the way for a career marked by innovation and artistic depth. Martucci's compositions reflect a synthesis of Romantic and classical influences, showcasing a deep understanding of form and harmony. His orchestral works, including symphonies, piano concertos, as well as his chamber music, reveal a mastery of orchestration and a commitment to exploring new expressive possibilities. His style is a happy and individual mix of Wagner and Verdi, dramatic chromatism softened by lyrical, bel canto style melodies. His works are appreciated for their melodic richness, harmonic sophistication, and inventive orchestration. Included in the collection are Martucci's complete orchestral works, including the symphonies and piano concertos, chamber music, piano music and songs. This set is the first in a projected series titled "Italian Romantics", featuring (late) romantic composers and repertoire, representatives of the rich musical tradition and heritage of Italy.

Giuseppe Martucci (1856-1909)

Symphonien Nr. 1 d-moll op. 75, Nr. 2 F-Dur op. 81; Giga op. 61 Nr. 3; Canzonetta op. 65 Nr. 2; Notturno op. 70 Nr. 1; Gavotta op. 55 Nr. 2; Tarantella op. 44 Nr. 6; Momento musicale e Minuetto; Noveletta op. 62 Nr. 2; Serenata op. 57 Nr. 2;
Colore orientale op. 44 Nr. 3; Klavierkonzerte Nr. 1 d-moll op. 40 & Nr. 2 b-moll op. 66; Thema & Variationen op. 58 für Klavier & Orchester; Andante op. 69 Nr. 2 für Cello & Orchester; Klaviertrios Nr. 1 C-Dur op. 59 & Nr. 2 Es-Dur op. 62; Klavierquintett C-Dur op. 45; Momento musicale für Streichquartett; Minuetto für Streichquartett; 3 Stück von Händel arrangiert für Streichquartett; Violinsonate G-Dur op. 22; Melodia Allegretto; 3 Stücke op. 67 für Violine & Klavier; Gondoliera op. 29 für Violine & Klavier; Cellosonate fis-moll op. 52; 3 Stücke op. 69 für Cello & Klavier; Romanza op. 71 für Cello & Klavier; Klavierstücke op. 44 Nr. 1-6; Novella für Klavier op. 50; Fantasia für Klavier op. 51; Notturni op. 70 Nr. 1 & 2 für Klavier; La Canzone dei ricordi für Mezzosopran & Orchester; La Canzone dei ricordi für Mezzosopran & Klavier; Pagnie sparse op. 68 für Mezzosopran & Klavier; Sogno amore für Mezzosopran & Klavier; Sogno di morte für Mezzosopran & Klavier; 3 Stücke op. 84 für Mezzosopran & Klavier

+Giovanni Sgambati: 2 Stücke op. 24 für Violine & Klavier