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Giovanni Battista Pergolesi

Giovanni Battista Pergolesi

Musician · Italy · 1710–1736

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Giovanni Battista Pergolesi was an influential Italian Baroque composer, violinist, and organist, active from 1710 to 1736.

He is particularly known for his contributions to the opera genre, showcasing his versatility as a composer.

Pergolesi's "Stabat Mater" is one of his most celebrated works, revered for its emotional depth and musical beauty.

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Biography

Early Life

Giovanni Battista Pergolesi, born on January 4, 1710, in Italy, emerged as a prominent figure in the Baroque music scene. He was a talented composer, violinist, and organist, recognized for his contributions to the Neapolitan school of music. Despite his short life, which ended on March 16, 1736, Pergolesi's impact on music was profound, and he is celebrated as one of the greatest Italian musicians of the early 18th century.

Career

Pergolesi's career was marked by his innovative compositions, particularly in the realm of opera and sacred music. His works, such as the renowned "Stabat Mater," showcase his mastery of melody and harmony, reflecting the emotional depth characteristic of the Baroque style. He also composed various other significant pieces, including the "Missa Romana" and the "Salve Regina," which have been preserved and celebrated in numerous recordings. His music continues to resonate, influencing generations of composers and musicians.

Legacy

Despite his battle with tuberculosis, which ultimately led to his early demise, Pergolesi's legacy endures through his compositions that remain staples in the classical repertoire. His ability to convey deep emotion through music has solidified his status as a key figure in the history of Western classical music, ensuring that his works are performed and appreciated to this day.

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Stabat Mater / Salve ReginaStabat Mater / Salve Regina1993
  1. 1.Salve Regina: Salve Regina4:38
  2. 2.Salve Regina: Ad te clamamus4:46
  3. 3.Salve Regina: Eia ergo1:23
  4. 4.Salve Regina: Et Jesum2:35
  5. 5.Salve Regina: O clemens1:51
  6. 6.Stabat Mater: Stabat mater dolorosa4:41
  7. 7.Stabat Mater: Cuius animam gementem2:14
  8. 8.Stabat Mater: O quam tristis2:14
  9. 9.Stabat Mater: Quae morebat2:21
  10. 10.Stabat Mater: Quis est homo2:51
  11. 11.Stabat Mater: Vidit suum dulcem4:07
  12. 12.Stabat Mater: Eia mater2:25
  13. 13.Stabat Mater: Fac ut ardeat2:03
  14. 14.Stabat Mater: Sancta mater5:30
  15. 15.Stabat Mater: Fac ut portem4:02
  16. 16.Stabat Mater: Inflammatus et accensus2:18
  17. 17.Stabat Mater: Quando corpus4:05
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Pergolesi: Stabat Mater, Salve Regina / Scarlatti: Salve ReginaPergolesi: Stabat Mater, Salve Regina / Scarlatti: Salve Regina1993
  1. 1.Salve Regina16:44
  2. 2.Stabat Mater: I. Stabat Mater3:50
  3. 3.Stabat Mater: II. Cujus animam gementem2:08
  4. 4.Stabat Mater: III. O quam tristis2:11
  5. 5.Stabat Mater: IV. Quae moerebat et dolebat2:25
  6. 6.Stabat Mater: V. Quis est homo2:36
  7. 7.Stabat Mater: VI. Vidit suum dulcem Natum3:36
  8. 8.Stabat Mater: VII. Eja, Mater2:17
  9. 9.Stabat Mater: VIII. Fac ut ardeat cor meum2:18
  10. 10.Stabat Mater: IX. Sancta Mater5:02
  11. 11.Stabat Mater: X. Fac ut portem3:28
  12. 12.Stabat Mater: XI. Inflammatus et accensus2:28
  13. 13.Stabat Mater: XII. Quando corpus5:05
  14. 14.Salve Regina15:08
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La morte di San GiuseppeLa morte di San Giuseppe1991
  1. 1.La morte di San Giuseppe: Sinfonia3:31
  2. 2.La morte di San Giuseppe: Parte I. Recitativo "Tra le angustie beate"1:07
  3. 3.La morte di San Giuseppe: Parte I. Aria "Sono spirito immortale"4:36
  4. 4.La morte di San Giuseppe: Parte I. Recitativo "Michele, il fianco antico"0:33
  5. 5.La morte di San Giuseppe: Parte I. Aria "Se a un sì bel foco"7:01
  6. 6.La morte di San Giuseppe: Parte I. Recitativo "Candido amato giglio"0:48
  7. 7.La morte di San Giuseppe: Parte I. Aria "Morono le fenici"4:01
  8. 8.La morte di San Giuseppe: Parte I. Recitativo "More alfine Giuseppe"0:27
  9. 9.La morte di San Giuseppe: Parte I. Aria "Appena spira"8:50
  10. 10.La morte di San Giuseppe: Parte I. Recitativo "Morte, invidia gentil d'ogni altra vita..."0:44
  11. 11.La morte di San Giuseppe: Parte I. Aria "Gradite ferite"6:16
  12. 12.La morte di San Giuseppe: Parte I. Recitativo "Di morte no, d'amor è la ferita"0:47
  13. 13.La morte di San Giuseppe: Parte I. Aria "Non può chi tutto può"7:38
  14. 14.La morte di San Giuseppe: Parte I. Recitativo "Ai dolcissimi affanni"1:49
  15. 15.La morte di San Giuseppe: Parte I. Aria "Pellegrin ch'in folto orror"3:46
  16. 16.La morte di San Giuseppe: Parte I. Recitativo "Sposa..."1:18
  17. 17.La morte di San Giuseppe: Parte I. Duetto "Il Signor vuol ch'a me solo"7:10
  18. 18.La morte di San Giuseppe: Parte I. Recitativo "Ad accenti sì bei muto son io"1:02
  19. 19.La morte di San Giuseppe: Parte I. Aria "Dolce auretta ch'alletta, che piace"3:29
  20. 20.La morte di San Giuseppe: Parte II. Recitativo "Vegg'io la morte, o sposa..."0:32
  21. 21.La morte di San Giuseppe: Parte II. Aria "E può rinascere"4:19
  22. 22.La morte di San Giuseppe: Parte II. Recitativo "Sposa, vegg'io la morte"1:29
  23. 23.La morte di San Giuseppe: Parte II. Aria "Pastorello in mezzo ai fiori"6:26
  24. 24.La morte di San Giuseppe: Parte II. Recitativo "Ed ora o quanto lieto..."0:33
  25. 25.La morte di San Giuseppe: Parte II. Aria "Vola intorno al primo raggio"4:18
  26. 26.La morte di San Giuseppe: Parte II. Recitativo "Cedendo intanto a morte"1:15
  27. 27.La morte di San Giuseppe: Parte II. Trio "Intanto chiudi i lumi"6:12
  28. 28.La morte di San Giuseppe: Parte II. Recitativo "Degne al par degl'incendi"1:21
  29. 29.La morte di San Giuseppe: Parte II. Aria "Vanne, va'. Verrà quel di"3:52
  30. 30.La morte di San Giuseppe: Parte II. Recitativo "Lungi da te, lungi dal caro bene"2:07
  31. 31.La morte di San Giuseppe: Parte II. Aria "L'ardor che cresce in seno"5:04
  32. 32.La morte di San Giuseppe: Parte II. Recitativo "Reina, il tuo Giuseppe"0:57
  33. 33.La morte di San Giuseppe: Parte II. Aria "Potessi esser mortale"3:03
  34. 34.La morte di San Giuseppe: Parte II. Recitativo "Sacra Clizia amorosa"0:40
  35. 35.La morte di San Giuseppe: Parte II. Quartetto "Se Giuseppe così more"2:07
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SinfonieSinfonie1991
  1. 1.Olimpiade
  2. 2.O frate 'nnammurato
  3. 3.Salustia
  4. 4.Piccola sinfonia in mi bemolle maggiore
  5. 5.Flaminio
  6. 6.Sinfonia in fa maggiore
  7. 7.Adriano in Siria
  8. 8.Sinfonia in si bemolle maggiore
  9. 9.Il prigionier superbo
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Italian Baroque ConcertosItalian Baroque Concertos1991
  1. 1.Concerto Grosso, op. 6 no. 2 in F major: Vivace - Allegro1:53
  2. 2.Concerto Grosso, op. 6 no. 2 in F major: Vivace - Allegro2:15
  3. 3.Concerto Grosso, op. 6 no. 2 in F major: Allegro1:53
  4. 4.Concerto Grosso, op. 6 no. 2 in F major: Grave - Andante Largo2:10
  5. 5.Concerto Grosso, op. 6 no. 2 in F major: Allegro2:17
  6. 6.Concerto for Flute in G major: Spiritoso4:21
  7. 7.Concerto for Flute in G major: Adagio3:36
  8. 8.Concerto for Flute in G major: Allegro spiritoso3:20
  9. 9.Concerto for Violin and Organ in D minor: Allegro3:37
  10. 10.Concerto for Violin and Organ in D minor: Grave2:50
  11. 11.Concerto for Violin and Organ in D minor: Allegro2:26
  12. 12.Adagio for Strings and Organ in G minor: Sol mineur8:44
  13. 13.Concerto Grosso in A minor: Allegro3:17
  14. 14.Concerto Grosso in A minor: Largo1:42
  15. 15.Concerto Grosso in A minor: Allegro molto2:53
  16. 16.Concerto for Oboe in D minor: Allegro e non presto4:13
  17. 17.Concerto for Oboe in D minor: Adagio3:45
  18. 18.Concerto for Oboe in D minor: Allegro2:59
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Italian Flute ConcertosItalian Flute Concertos1991
  1. 1.Concerto per Flauto in Sol maggiore: I. Spiritoso4:22
  2. 2.Concerto per Flauto in Sol maggiore: II. Adagio4:14
  3. 3.Concerto per Flauto in Sol maggiore: III. Allegro spiritoso4:23
  4. 4.Concerto per Flauto in Re maggiore: I. Spiritoso5:08
  5. 5.Concerto per Flauto in Re maggiore: II. Andante maestoso5:07
  6. 6.Concerto per Flauto in Re maggiore: III. Allegro con brio3:30
  7. 7.Concerto per Flauto in Re maggiore: I. Allegro7:24
  8. 8.Concerto per Flauto in Re maggiore: II. Largo5:39
  9. 9.Concerto per Flauto in Re maggiore: III. Allegro6:12
  10. 10.Concerto per Flauto in Mi minore: I. Allegro Maestoso9:31
  11. 11.Concerto per Flauto in Mi minore: II. Largo4:37
  12. 12.Concerto per Flauto in Mi minore: III. Allegro vivace scherzando6:59
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Vivaldi: Gloria / Magnificat / Pergolesi: MagnificatVivaldi: Gloria / Magnificat / Pergolesi: Magnificat1990
  1. 1.Gloria in D major, RV 589: I. Gloria in excelsis Deo2:33
  2. 2.Gloria in D major, RV 589: II. Et in terra pax4:37
  3. 3.Gloria in D major, RV 589: III. Laudamus te2:20
  4. 4.Gloria in D major, RV 589: IV. Gratias agimus tibi0:31
  5. 5.Gloria in D major, RV 589: V. Propter magnam gloriam tuam1:02
  6. 6.Gloria in D major, RV 589: VI. Domine Deus3:57
  7. 7.Gloria in D major, RV 589: VII. Domine, Fili unigenite2:22
  8. 8.Gloria in D major, RV 589: VIII. Domine Deus, Agnus Dei3:26
  9. 9.Gloria in D major, RV 589: IX. Qui tollis peccata mundi1:11
  10. 10.Gloria in D major, RV 589: X. Qui sedes ad dexteram Patris2:51
  11. 11.Gloria in D major, RV 589: XI. Quoniam tu solus sanctus0:50
  12. 12.Gloria in D major, RV 589: XII. Cum Sancto Spiritu3:08
  13. 13.Magnificat in C major: I. "Magnificat"2:49
  14. 14.Magnificat in C major: II. "Et misericordia"1:44
  15. 15.Magnificat in C major: III. "Deposuit potentes"1:47
  16. 16.Magnificat in C major: IV. "Suscepit Israel"1:51
  17. 17.Magnificat in C major: V. "Sicut locutus est / Gloria"3:40
  18. 18.Magnificat in G minor, RV 610: I. Adagio "Magnificat anima mea Dominum", II. Allegro "Et exsultavit spiritus meus"3:11
  19. 19.Magnificat in G minor, RV 610: III. Andante molto "Et misericordia eius a progenie"3:58
  20. 20.Magnificat in G minor, RV 610: IV. Presto "Fecit potentiam in bracchio suo", V. Presto "Deposuit potentes"1:40
  21. 21.Magnificat in G minor, RV 610: VI. Allegro "Esurientes implevit bonis"1:27
  22. 22.Magnificat in G minor, RV 610: VII. Largo "Suscepit Israel, puerum suum", VIII. Allegro ma poco "Sicut locutus est ad patres nostros"2:42
  23. 23.Magnificat in G minor, RV 610: IX. Largo "Gloria Patri, et Filio, et Spiritui Sancto"2:04
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Stabat Mater / Salve ReginaStabat Mater / Salve Regina1989
  1. 1.Stabat Mater: I. Stabat Mater4:31
  2. 2.Stabat Mater: II. Cujus animam gementem2:09
  3. 3.Stabat Mater: III. O quam tristis et afflicta2:17
  4. 4.Stabat Mater: IV. Quae moerebat et dolebat2:15
  5. 5.Stabat Mater: V. Quis est homo2:57
  6. 6.Stabat Mater: VI. Vidit suum dulcem Natum3:48
  7. 7.Stabat Mater: VII. Eja, Mater2:26
  8. 8.Stabat Mater: VIII. Fac ut ardeat cor meum2:17
  9. 9.Stabat Mater: IX. Sancta mater4:46
  10. 10.Stabat Mater: X. Fac ut portem3:30
  11. 11.Stabat Mater: XI. Inflammatus et accencus2:08
  12. 12.Stabat Mater: XII. Quando corpus4:30
  13. 13.Salve Regina: I. Salve Regina3:38
  14. 14.Salve Regina: II. Ad te clamamus4:15
  15. 15.Salve Regina: III. Eja ergo1:46
  16. 16.Salve Regina: IV. Et Jesum2:44
  17. 17.Salve Regina: V. O clemens1:41
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Stabat MaterStabat Mater1988
  1. 1.Stabat mater: Stabat mater dolorosa4:05
  2. 2.Stabat mater: Cuius animam gementem3:06
  3. 3.Stabat mater: O quam tristis et afflicata2:31
  4. 4.Stabat mater: Quem moerebat et dolebat2:57
  5. 5.Stabat mater: Quis est homo3:21
  6. 6.Stabat mater: Vidit suum dulcem natum4:00
  7. 7.Stabat mater: Eia mater fons amoris2:59
  8. 8.Stabat mater: Fac, ut ardeat cor meum2:30
  9. 9.Stabat mater: Sancta Mater, istud agas5:38
  10. 10.Stabat mater: Fac ut portem Christi mortem3:57
  11. 11.Stabat mater: Inflammatus et accensus2:44
  12. 12.Stabat mater: Quando corpus morietur (attacca)3:25
  13. 13.Stabat mater: Amen1:21
  14. 14.Stabat Mater10:49
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Stabat Mater / Salve Regina / In coelestibus regnisStabat Mater / Salve Regina / In coelestibus regnis1988
  1. 1.Stabat Mater: Stabat mater dolorosa4:02
  2. 2.Stabat Mater: Cuius animam gementem2:17
  3. 3.Stabat Mater: O quam tristis et afflicta2:35
  4. 4.Stabat Mater: Quae morebat et dolebat2:22
  5. 5.Stabat Mater: Quis est homo, qui non fleret3:21
  6. 6.Stabat Mater: Vidit suum dulcem natum3:52
  7. 7.Stabat Mater: Eia Mater, fons amoris2:41
  8. 8.Stabat Mater: Fac, ut ardeat cor meum2:20
  9. 9.Stabat Mater: Sancta mater, istud agas6:09
  10. 10.Stabat Mater: Fac, ut portem Christi mortem4:06
  11. 11.Stabat Mater: Inflammatus et accensus2:25
  12. 12.Stabat Mater: Quando corpus morietur4:09
  13. 13.Salve Regina in A minor: Salve Regina3:40
  14. 14.Salve Regina in A minor: Ad te clamamus2:20
  15. 15.Salve Regina in A minor: Eia ergo advocata2:03
  16. 16.Salve Regina in A minor: O clemens, o pia3:09
  17. 17.In coelestibus regnis2:32
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Pergolesi: Stabat Mater / Scarlatti: 3 Concerti grossiPergolesi: Stabat Mater / Scarlatti: 3 Concerti grossi1988
  1. 1.Stabat Mater: Duett: Stabat Mater dolorosa5:04
  2. 2.Stabat Mater: Arie (Sopran): Cuius animam gementem2:56
  3. 3.Stabat Mater: Duette: O quam tristis et afflicta2:55
  4. 4.Stabat Mater: Arie (Alt): Quae maerebat et dolebat2:50
  5. 5.Stabat Mater: Duett: Quis est homo, qui non fleret3:06
  6. 6.Stabat Mater: Arie (Sopran): Vidit suum dulcem natum3:32
  7. 7.Stabat Mater: Arie (Alt): Eia, Mater, fons amoris3:04
  8. 8.Stabat Mater: Duett: Fac, ut ardeat cor meum2:17
  9. 9.Stabat Mater: Duett: Sancta Mater, istud agas5:12
  10. 10.Stabat Mater: Arie (Alt): Fac, ut portem Christi mortem4:11
  11. 11.Stabat Mater: Duett: Inflammatus et accensus2:33
  12. 12.Stabat Mater: Duett: Quando corpus morietur4:31
  13. 13.Scarlatti Concerto No. 1: Grave1:57
  14. 14.Scarlatti Concerto No. 1: Allegro1:56
  15. 15.Scarlatti Concerto No. 1: Largo6:07
  16. 16.Scarlatti Concerto No. 1: Allemanda. Allegro1:15
  17. 17.Scarlatti Concerto No. 3: Allegro0:47
  18. 18.Scarlatti Concerto No. 3: Largo1:35
  19. 19.Scarlatti Concerto No. 3: Allegro ma non troppo2:08
  20. 20.Scarlatti Concerto No. 3: Largo2:14
  21. 21.Scarlatti Concerto No. 3: Allegro2:20
  22. 22.Scarlatti Concerto No. 5: Allegro2:15
  23. 23.Scarlatti Concerto No. 5: Grave1:31
  24. 24.Scarlatti Concerto No. 5: Allegro1:12
  25. 25.Scarlatti Concerto No. 5: Minuet0:57
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La serva padronaLa serva padrona1988
  1. 1.La serva padrona: [Part 1]5:35
  2. 2.La serva padrona: [Part 2]5:26
  3. 3.La serva padrona: [Part 3]5:41
  4. 4.La serva padrona: [Part 4]4:23
  5. 5.La serva padrona: [Part 5]3:28
  6. 6.La serva padrona: [Part 6]6:57
  7. 7.La serva padrona: [Part 7]1:19
  8. 8.La serva padrona: [Part 8]7:15
  9. 9.La serva padrona: [Part 9]6:35
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Vivaldi: Salve Regina / Pergolèse: Salve ReginaVivaldi: Salve Regina / Pergolèse: Salve Regina1987

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Salve Regina / Stabat MaterSalve Regina / Stabat Mater1987

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Stabat MaterStabat Mater1987

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Stabat Mater / Salve Regina en ut mineur / Concerto pour violon en Si bémol majeurStabat Mater / Salve Regina en ut mineur / Concerto pour violon en Si bémol majeur1986

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Stabat MaterStabat Mater1985

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Le Célèbre Canon de Pachelbel / Alla Rustica / Concertino N° 2 / Concerto GrossoLe Célèbre Canon de Pachelbel / Alla Rustica / Concertino N° 2 / Concerto Grosso1981

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Stabat MaterStabat Mater1981

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Stabat mater / Concertino armonico no. 2Stabat mater / Concertino armonico no. 21980

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Stabat Mater / Salve ReginaStabat Mater / Salve Regina1979

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Stabat MaterStabat Mater1978

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Stabat MaterStabat Mater1973

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The World Of BaroqueThe World Of Baroque1971

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Missa Romana / Magnificat / Salve ReginaMissa Romana / Magnificat / Salve Regina1994

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1710-01-04

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1736-03-16

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organ

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Also known as: G.B. Pergolesi, Giovanni Baptista Pergolesi, Giovanni Battista Draghi, Giovanni Battista Pergolesi (1710-1736), Giovanni Pergolese, Giovanni Pergolesi

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Italian composer, violinist and organist (1710–1736)

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Giovanni Battista Draghi, usually referred to as Giovanni Battista Pergolesi, was an Italian Baroque composer, violinist, and organist, leading exponent of the Baroque; he is considered one of the greatest Italian musicians of the first half of the 18th century and one of the most important representatives of the Neapolitan school.

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