Costanzi, Giovanni Battista (1704-1778) - Sinfonias for Cello : Giovanni Sollima, Leskovar(Vc)Arianna Art Ensemble, etc - Import CD

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Euphonium Classical

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Italian prodigy Giovanni Sollima! The second Costanzi concerto with his superb technique! Giovanni Sollima, a contemporary Italian prodigy, has thrilled listeners with his outstanding "Neapolitan Cello Concertos" (PGCD 922604). The "Sinfonia for Cello and Bass" is the sequel to Costanzi's "Cello Sonatas" (GCD 923801), which has attracted much attention for its high level of skill and musicality. Giovanni Battista Costanzi (1704-1778), who served Cardinal Pietro Ottoboni in Rome in the 18th century. With the powerful patronage of Cardinal Ottoboni, Costanzi held important positions in Rome's leading churches, including the Chapel of Giulia in St. Peter's Basilica. He was also a prolific composer who left behind many works, among them the highly technical "Sonata for Cello" and "Sinfonia for Cello", which are undiscovered Italian masterpieces that fully demonstrate his outstanding talent as a composer and cellist.Contemporary Italian composer-cellist Giovanni Sollima unravels a collection of 18th century Italian cello works in a stunning performance! The inclusion of Giovanni Sollima's own work "The Hunting Sonata" is also a highlight. Tokyo M-Plus