The grandson of lauri kennedy principal cellist with the bbc symphony orchestra from 1929 until 1935 and the son of john kennedy principal. Over twentyfive years ago, nigel kennedy made his breakthrough with his recording of vivaldi. In celebration of the 25th anniversary of virtuoso violinist nigel kennedys landmark recording of vivaldis four seasons, this 25th anniversary special edition includes the original groundbreaking recording, award winning film, images and memorabilia and a specially written account of the unfolding event. The 25th anniversary edition of the bestselling recording that propelled nigel kennedy to stardom. Violinist nigel kennedys the new four seasons strings. The four seasons 25th anniversary luxury edition to enjoy in your home or car, or gift it to another music lover. Over twentyfive years ago, nigel kennedy made his breakthrough with his recording of vivaldi s the four seasons. 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. The new four seasons there are obvious precedents for a performers wholesale change of approach to a.
We have resumed very limited warehouse and shipping operations. Kennedy recorded this new vivaldis four seasons with his orchestra of life, young musicians who are equally at home performing classical repertoire, jazz and improvisation. Vivaldi the four seasons nigel kennedy cd album 1989 for. I really think it adds nothing to the original work. Nigel kennedys version of the four seasons sold more than three million copies, entering the record books as the bestselling classical recording ever. I first had the chance to hear this a little after the cd was released several years ago and i was so trilled by the way nigel kennedy was able to add something of his own to a very conservative baroque work. Gould, a jazz aficionado himself, might have enjoyed nigel kennedys updating of the four seasons. No doubt, a masterpice like kennedys interpretation of the four seasons is unique. 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. The four seasons nigel kennedy polish vinyl lp album record.
British virtuoso violinist nigel kennedys landmark recording of vivaldis four seasons was originally released in september 1989 and has gone on on to become one of the bestselling classical albums of alltime. The violin worlds marmite player and his orchestra never sound less than. Nigel kennedys 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 nigel kennedy plays jazz cd amoeba music. Stream adfree with amazon music unlimited on mobile, desktop, and tablet. 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 four seasons cd, oct1989, emi music distribution at the best online prices at ebay.
Nigel kennedy spring from vivaldis four seasons 1989. Originally recorded in november 1986 in the church of st johnathackney, london with the english chamber. Nigel kennedy and palestine strings play vivaldi at. Antonio vivaldi, nigel kennedy, english chamber orchestra. Nigel kennedy vivaldi the new four seasons 2015, cd. The four seasons by nigel kennedy, antonio vivaldi, english chamber orchestra from amazons classical music store. Nigel kennedy vivaldi the four seasons cd for sale. Nigel kennedyvivaldi the new four seasonsflac 44khz24bit. Discover more music, concerts, videos, and pictures with the largest catalogue online at. Nigel kennedy violinorchestra of life orchestraantonio vivaldi composernigel kennedy compo nigel kennedyvivaldi. The violin worlds marmite player and his orchestra never sound less than riveting as they overlay and interject vivaldi with jazz and rock. Kennedy added enchanting transitoire movements throughout. Buy a cd or vinyl record and get 90 days free amazon music unlimited.
The italian violinist and conductor fabio biondi, notably famous for his rendition of the four seasons by vivaldi with his ensemble europa galante, is one of the musicians who actively spurns the idea of separating and compartmentalising music. Cd nigel kennedy four elements promotion promo the ebay. After his guinness world record selling album of the four seasons in 1989 nigel kennedy now presents his exciting new version of vivaldis masterpiece. It sold in excess of 2 million copies and the album remained top of the uk classical charts for almost two years. Back in 1989, nigel kennedy released a daringly dramatic recording of vivaldis four seasons with the english chamber orchestra. 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. A bit of a shock if youre expecting the traditional 4 seasons but stick with it. Classical nigel kennedy spring from vivaldis four seasons 1989, cd discogs explore. The new four seasons by nigel kennedy on amazon music. I love jazz and really liked his gershwin album live and the recording, but the new four seasons is. Music profile for nigel kennedy, born 28 december 1956. Ive seen nigel kennedy live he was terrific and i love his original four seasons not his best, though. I love jazz and really liked his gershwin album live and the recording, but the new four seasons is so disappointing. After his guinness world record selling album of the four seasons in 1989 nigel kennedy now presents his exciting new version of vivaldis.
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