Mozart: Cosí fan tutte, arranged for Wind Quintet Spiritum Wind Quintet

• Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart (1756 - 1791): Così fan tutte, K.588:
• 1 Mozart: Così fan tutte, K.588: I. Ouverture 04:16
• 2 Mozart: Così fan tutte, K.588: II. No. 1 La mia Dorabella 01:58
• 3 Mozart: Così fan tutte, K.588: III. No.3 Una bella serenata 02:21
• 4 Mozart: Così fan tutte, K.588: IV. No.4 Ah guarda sorella 05:17
• 5 Mozart: Così fan tutte, K.588: V. No. 5 Vorrei dir 00:43
• 6 Mozart: Così fan tutte, K.588: VI. No. 6 Sento, o dio, che questo piede 05:00
• 7 Mozart: Così fan tutte, K.588: VII. No.8 Bella vita militar 01:41
• 8 Mozart: Così fan tutte, K.588: VIII. No. 10 Soave sia il vento 03:21
• 9 Mozart: Così fan tutte, K.588: IX. No. 12 In uomini, in soldati 02:03
• 10 Mozart: Così fan tutte, K.588: X. No. 13 Alla bella despinetta 04:17
• 11 Mozart: Così fan tutte, K.588: XI. No. 14 Come scoglio immoto resta 04:06
• 12 Mozart: Così fan tutte, K.588: XII. No. 15 Non siate ritrosi 01:57
• 13 Mozart: Così fan tutte, K.588: XIII. No.17 Un'aura amorosa 04:28
• 14 Mozart: Così fan tutte, K.588: XIV. No. 18 Ah che tutta in un momento, finale atto I 05:39
• 15 Mozart: Così fan tutte, K.588: XV. No. 19 una donna a quindici anni 02:25
• 16 Mozart: Così fan tutte, K.588: XVI. No. 20 Prenderò quel brunettino 02:47
• 17 Mozart: Così fan tutte, K.588: XVII. No. 21 Secondate aurette amiche 02:43
• 18 Mozart: Così fan tutte, K.588: XVIII. No. 22 La mano a me date 02:34
• 19 Mozart: Così fan tutte, K.588: XIX. No. 24 Ah lo veggio quell'anima bella 03:10
• 20 Mozart: Così fan tutte, K.588: XX. No. 25 Per pietà, ben mio 07:48
• 21 Mozart: Così fan tutte, K.588: XXI. No. 27 Tradito, schernito 01:49
• 22 Mozart: Così fan tutte, K.588: XXII. No. 28 È amore un ladroncello 02:48
• 23 Mozart: Così fan tutte, K.588: XXIII. No. 31 Benedetti i doppi conjugi, finale atto II 06:43
• Total Runtime 01:19:54

Info for Mozart: Cosí fan tutte, arranged for Wind Quintet

Così fan tutte, a comic opera by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart with a libretto by Lorenzo Da Ponte, is noted for its sophisticated ensemble writing and Mozart’s nuanced portrayal of the characters’ emotional journeys. The opera’s overture, and arias such as “Come scoglio” and “Un’aura amorosa”, showcase the composer’s melodic genius and ability to convey complex psychological states through music, making it one of Mozart’s most performed and beloved operas, celebrated for its wit, intricate musical textures and insightful commentary on the human condition.

This great opera is here arranged for wind quintet by Ulf-Guido Schäfer, a multiple Echo-Klassik award-winning clarinettist who has held principal posts with the Deutsche Kammerphilharmonie (1989–94) and the NDR Radiophilharmonie (1994–present) and boasts a distinguished career as a soloist and chamber musician (in ensemble acht, the Trio Roseau, the NDR’s Arte-Ensemble, and the Ma’alot Quintett).

Schäfer has also made a name for himself as an arranger and composer. He was twice awarded the Echo-Klassik for CDs with the Ma’alot Quintett featuring his arrangements of Dvořák (2006) and Rossini (2010), respectively.

Mozart’s operas enjoyed such success and popularity in their time, that tunes from them were whistled in the street and arrangements of them were widely spread.

One of the most popular forms of arrangement was for Wind Ensemble, and already during Mozart’s life these were often performed on all kind of occasions.

This new recording presents an arrangement for wind ensemble by Ulf-Guido Schäfer, a highly successful clarinetist, composer and arranger, winner of several ECHO Klassik Awards.

Founded in 2019, the Spiritum Wind Quintet consists of Lorenzo Fazzini (flute), Luca Etzi (oboe), Riccardo Nanni (horn), Vincenzo Riccio (bassoon), and Giacomo Alfano (clarinet). All of them have won prizes in (inter)national competitions, and each enjoys a successful individual solo career.

Spiritum Wind Quintet

Spiritum Wind Quintet In an artistic landscape full of clichés, the Spiritum Wind Quintet stands out as a synonym for excellence and innovation. Composed of experienced artists, our ensemble embodies the ideal fusion of technical virtuosity and interpretative sensitivity. With a repertoire ranging from the great classical tradition to bold and unique musical reinterpretations, we offer not just performances, but complete listening experiences. Every note we play is a reflection of our dedication to art, an invitation to a sound journey that enriches mind and soul.

Founded in 2019, our quintet is made up of Lorenzo Fazzini (Flute), Giacomo Riva (Oboe), Riccardo Nanni (Horn), Vincenzo Riccio (Bassoon), and Giacomo Alfano (Clarinet); hailing from the Conservatories of Alessandria, London, Parma, Piacenza and Milan.

We are not just an ensemble: we are the custodians of a cultural heritage that embraces both the classical tradition and the avant-garde of the present. Our repertoire is carefully selected to engage, inspire and educate.

Each of us has received awards in national and international competitions and maintains a growing and diverse artistic career.

Our performances embody a symbiosis of technical skill and interpretative sensitivity.

Each note is an act of artistic dedication and our aim is to go beyond mere performance, creating an experience that speaks as much to the intellect as to the soul.

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