The viola is a fascinating instrument with a warm and intimate sound that only attracted the interest of composers and musicians relatively late. For a long time it was only heard as an accompanying instrument in orchestras, and it was only in the classical period that it found its way into the repertoire for soloists with orchestral accompaniment and for solo instruments. Although some masterpieces, which are still frequently performed today, stand out (think of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart's famous "Sinfonia Concertante"), this repertoire is still sparse and partly unexplored. The two compositions recorded here for the first time are among these treasures to be rediscovered: the "Musica Ridotta" BI. 316-322 and the "Six Idylls", composed for solo viola by Alessandro Rolla and his son Antonio respectively. These pieces not only bring out the melodic and cantabile characteristics of the instrument, but also deepen its technical virtuosity. The discography project aims to give due recognition to these composers and esteemed violists of European standing who have contributed to the development and emancipation of an instrument of exceptional beauty.
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