Antonio Vivaldi was one of the masters of the Baroque Period (1600-1750). His works are among the most recognizable pieces in the classical music repertoire. Baby Vivaldi music CD is a selection of some of his best-loved melodies, including "The Four Seasons," played by The Baby Einstein Music Box Orchestra . . . that is to say, four instrumentalists! But play they do with infectious fun and a sense of the joy that characterizes much of this composer's work. It is a perfect choice for babies and the very young, who will delight in the flights of fancy, the runs, the trills, and the cadences that make Baroque music seem so reminiscent of celestial choirs accompanied by celestial sewing machines. Plus, no excerpt is over 2:30-an important consideration where wee attention spans are concerned.

Musical Selections

1. Orchestra tune-up
2. Concerto in D Major, RV93, 1st movement
3. Concerto in D Major, RV93, 3rd movement
4. Concerto in F Major, RV539, 3rd movement
5. Concerto No. 3 in G Major, RV310, 1st movement
6. Concerto in B Minor, RV580, 1st movement
7. Concerto in C Major, RV537, 1st movement
8. Concerto in C Major, RV537, 3rd movement
9. Concerto in G Major, RV532, 1st movement
10. Concerto No. 12, RV265, 1st movement
11. Concerto No. 12, RV265, 3rd movement
12. The Four Seasons, Spring, RV269, 1st movement
13. The Four Seasons, Spring, RV269, 3rd movement
14. The Four Seasons, Summer, RV 269, 1st and 3rd movements
15. The Four Seasons, Autumn, RV293, 1st movement
16. The Four Seasons, Autumn, RV293, 3rd movement
17. The Four Seasons, Winter, RV267, 2nd movement

Baby Vivaldi Music CD
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