Credits:

Rota, Nino (1911-1979)

Description:

This is a collection of Nino Rota's works that showcases the full appeal of this superstar collaboration. The album features chamber and piano works by Italian master Nino Rota. Rota's film music, as exemplified by "The Godfather," has captured the hearts of people around the world, but it is reported that Rota himself stuck to his position as a classical composer. Although his film music has been attracting attention in recent years, it has not gained the same level of popularity as his film music. However, the music on this album is lively and attractive. The sad melodies reminiscent of "The Road" and "Romeo and Juliet," the humor and irony, and the heart-pounding vibrancy. It is hard to believe that this album has not been in the spotlight for so long.This is a wonderful album, in which you can hear the image of Nino Rota that he would have wished to have, brought to youthful life by the finest performers. Naxos Japan

Tracklisting:

1.Trio for Flute, Violin and Piano~I. Allegro ma non troppo
2.Trio for Flute, Violin and Piano~II. Andante sostenuto
3.Trio for Flute, Violin and Piano~III. Allegro vivace con spirito
4.Valzer Sul Nome Bach~No. 1, Circus-Valzer
5.Valzer Sul Nome Bach~No. 2, Valzer-Carillon
6.Piccola offerta musicale
7.Nonetto~I. Allegro
8.Nonetto~II. Andante
9.Nonetto~III. Allegro con spirito
10.Nonetto~IV. Canzone con variazioni, allegretto calmo
11.Nonetto~V. Vivacissimo
12.Trio for Clarinet, Cello and Piano~I. Allegro quasi in 1
13.Trio for Clarinet, Cello and Piano~II. Andante
14.Trio for Clarinet, Cello and Piano~III. Allegrissimo
15.Prelude XIII. Andante cantabile
16.Prelude II. Allegro, ma espressivo e delicato