Music representing the moods of the four seasons has always been popular, and baroque composers such as Werner and Fischer among others produced cycles of concertos representing the fours seasons. But none were to do so in such precise pictorial detail as Antonio Vivaldi in his Four Seasons concerto! 

The whole Baroque epoch showed a deep interest in the amazing natural changes determined by the seasons. Bernini itself represented them in its fine sculptures. Baroque art has a dramatic conception of the relationship between man and nature and between man and the universe. Galileo’s discoveries brought about a shift in the position of man, who was no longer at the center of the cosmos. As a consequence, a new attitude of awe and wonder towards the power of nature emerged.

Vivaldi’s Four Seasons are a symbol of his era. Not only is the feeling of astonishment conveyed by his spectacular description of nature, but also by his musical language. The composition aims at astounding the listener with unusual melodies, created through increased rhythm and higher harmonic contrast. His music is thus freer, more fluid and able to better describe the story it wishes to narrate. The scenes range from the chirp of different birds in spring, to summer storms, from fleeing foxes in autumn, to teeth chattering and rain pouring down in winter. In accordance with the highest expression of baroque concepts, nature is dramatized, and the audience feels actively involved in the rapid succession of events taking place in the work of art.

Witness the evocative power of Vivaldi's "The Four Seasons" in prestigious and refined Auditorium San Fedele of Milan. The most famous of Vivaldi’s works, and revolutionary example of Italian Baroque music, performed by strings quintet and harpsichord. 

ARTISTS:

Violin soloist and Conductor: Elvin Dhimitri 

Strings quintet

Harpsichord

Elvin Dhimitri Elvin Dhimitri, first Violin of Opera e Lirica, boasts a consolidated international career with prestigious orchestras, including the Toscanini Symphony Orchestra of Parma and the La Nuova Scarlatti Symphony Orchestra of Naples. Formerly first violin of the Rome Philharmonic Orchestra, and a member of the Rome and Lazio Symphony Orchestra since 1997. A leading interpreter of the Baroque repertoire, he has achieved extraordinary success across Europe with his acclaimed performance of “The Four Seasons“, praised for its vibrant communication and impeccable technique. His concerts are almost always sold out.

PROGRAM

First Time

Concerto F XI No. 4 in A Major - Allegro molto/Andante molto/Allegro

Concerto “La Rustica” RV 151 in G Major - Presto/Adagio/Allegro

Concerto RV 127 in D Minor - Allegro/Adagio/Allegro

Second Time

Concerto No. 1 in E Major, RV 269, "SPRING" Allegro / Largo / Allegro (Pastorale dance)

Concerto No. 2 in g minor, RV 315, "SUMMER" Allegro non molto - Allegro / Adagio – Presto – Adagio / Presto (Summer Storm)

Concerto No. 3 in F Major, RV 293, "AUTUMN" Allegro (Peasant Dance and Song) / Adagio molto (Sleeping Drunkards) / Allegro (The Hunt)

Concerto No. 4 in f minor, RV 297, "WINTER" Allegro non molto / Largo / Allegro

USEFUL INFO:

- Tickets for The Four Seasons by Vivaldi in Milan are not refundable.

- In order to ensure you the best seat in your category, we recommend you arrive at the “Opera e Lirica” concerts at least 30 minutes before starting time.

- No Dress Code Required.