Vivaldi in Venice – Master Tape Copy – Reel To Reel 1/4″ 15 ips

Chasing The Dragon’s first “Direct Cut” album was of the Interpreti Veneziani performing a wonderful version of Vivaldi’s Four Seasons. When chatting with Paolo, the orchestra’s organizer, CTD discovered the group had never taken part in a ‘live’ recording. They have always performed in the San Vidal Church which is in the Accademia area of Venice. The acoustics in the church are outstanding. So after some discussion with the orchestra, they were convinced to record a live double album there. This would mean that a small crew would have to go to Venice and record 5 live concerts. It’s a dirty job, but somebody had to do it! The jump factor of this album really has to be heard!

“For many years Francoise and I at Chasing the Dragon have had the pleasure of visiting Venice, where we would attend concerts given by the leading chamber orchestra; Interpreti Veneziani. These superb musicians, combined with the beautiful acoustics of San Vidal Church, create a wonderful concert event. Recently, we had the opportunity to record 5 live concerts, which we have combined together to present to you the pleasure of being amongst the audience yourself. We really hope you enjoy this album!” – Mike Valentine

Features:

• 1st Generation Reel to Reel Tape made from the Original Master Tape
• 2 Reels
• Created from 30IPS 1/2″ Running Masters at Air Studios
• 1/4″ 15IPS CCIR
• Original Master Tapes recorded at 30ips onto ½” Tape
• Copy Masters are made using 2 Studer A820 Master Recorders
• Machines are connected with Zensati Seraphim Interconnect Cable for highest transfer quality
• All tapes use CCIR/IEC Equalization
• Originally mastered at Air Studios London
• Created using ATR Magnetics Tape Stock
• Housed in Heavy Duty Professional boxes
• Transferred and monitored by Chasing The Dragon Producers Mike Valentine & Francoise Valentine

Musicians:
Reel 1:

Giovanni Agazzi, violin (1)
Andrea Bressan, bassoon (2)
Nicola Granillo, violin (3)
Frederico Braga, violin (4)

Reel 2:

Andrea Bressan, bassoon (1)
Davide Amadio, cello (2)
Giacobbe Stevanato, violin (4)

Selections:
Reel 1:

Antonio Vivaldi (1678-1741)
Violin Concerto in B minor
1. Allegro – Larghetto – Allegro
Bassoon Concerto in E minor
2. Allegro poco – Andante – Allegro
Violin Concerto in E minor
3. Allegro – Andante – Allegro
Violin Concerto in A Major
4. Largo

Reel 2:
Vivaldi: Bassoon Concerto in A minor

1. Allegro: piano sembre – Larghetto – Allegro
Cello Concerto in A Major
2. Allegro – Andante – Allegro

3. “La Follia” Trio Sonata

Violin and Cello Concerto
4. Allegro moderato – Andante – Allegro molto

Arcangelo Corelli (1653 – 1713)|: Concerto Grosso in D Major, Op. 6, No. 4

5. Allegro