Geminiani: Concerti Grossi, Op. 2 & 3

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Brilliant Classics
Release Date
January 16, 2026
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    Featuring ⌄
    • COMPOSER
      Francesco Geminiani
    • PERFORMER
      L'Archicembalo
    Product Details ⌄
    • RELEASE DATE
      January 16, 2026
    • UPC
      5063758973830
    • CATALOG NUMBER
      BRI97383
    • LABEL
      Brilliant Classics
    • NUMBER OF DISCS
      2
    • GENRE
      Classical
    Works ⌄

    1. I. Andante

      Composer: Francesco Geminiani

      Ensemble: L' Archicembalo

    2. II. Allegro

      Composer: Francesco Geminiani

      Ensemble: L' Archicembalo

    3. III. Adagio

      Composer: Francesco Geminiani

      Ensemble: L' Archicembalo

    4. IV. Allegro

      Composer: Francesco Geminiani

      Ensemble: L' Archicembalo

    5. I. Adagio

      Composer: Francesco Geminiani

      Ensemble: L' Archicembalo

    6. II. Allegro

      Composer: Francesco Geminiani

      Ensemble: L' Archicembalo

    7. III. Adagio

      Composer: Francesco Geminiani

      Ensemble: L' Archicembalo

    8. IV. Allegro

      Composer: Francesco Geminiani

      Ensemble: L' Archicembalo

    9. I. Presto

      Composer: Francesco Geminiani

      Ensemble: L' Archicembalo

    10. II. Adagio

      Composer: Francesco Geminiani

      Ensemble: L' Archicembalo

    11. III. Allegro

      Composer: Francesco Geminiani

      Ensemble: L' Archicembalo

    12. I. Andante

      Composer: Francesco Geminiani

      Ensemble: L' Archicembalo

    13. II. Allegro

      Composer: Francesco Geminiani

      Ensemble: L' Archicembalo

    14. III. Andante

      Composer: Francesco Geminiani

      Ensemble: L' Archicembalo

    15. IV. Allegro

      Composer: Francesco Geminiani

      Ensemble: L' Archicembalo

    16. I. Adagio

      Composer: Francesco Geminiani

      Ensemble: L' Archicembalo

    17. II. Allegro

      Composer: Francesco Geminiani

      Ensemble: L' Archicembalo

    18. III. Andante

      Composer: Francesco Geminiani

      Ensemble: L' Archicembalo

    19. IV. Allegro

      Composer: Francesco Geminiani

      Ensemble: L' Archicembalo

    20. I. Andante

      Composer: Francesco Geminiani

      Ensemble: L' Archicembalo

    21. II. Allegro

      Composer: Francesco Geminiani

      Ensemble: L' Archicembalo

    22. III. Adagio

      Composer: Francesco Geminiani

      Ensemble: L' Archicembalo

    23. IV. Allegro

      Composer: Francesco Geminiani

      Ensemble: L' Archicembalo

    24. I. Vivace

      Composer: Francesco Geminiani

      Ensemble: L' Archicembalo

    25. II. Allego

      Composer: Francesco Geminiani

      Ensemble: L' Archicembalo

    26. III. Adagio

      Composer: Francesco Geminiani

      Ensemble: L' Archicembalo

    27. IV. Allegro

      Composer: Francesco Geminiani

      Ensemble: L' Archicembalo

    28. I. Largo e staccato

      Composer: Francesco Geminiani

      Ensemble: L' Archicembalo

    29. II. Allegro

      Composer: Francesco Geminiani

      Ensemble: L' Archicembalo

    30. III. Adagio

      Composer: Francesco Geminiani

      Ensemble: L' Archicembalo

    31. IV. Allegro

      Composer: Francesco Geminiani

      Ensemble: L' Archicembalo

    32. I. Adagio e staccato

      Composer: Francesco Geminiani

      Ensemble: L' Archicembalo

    33. II. Allegro

      Composer: Francesco Geminiani

      Ensemble: L' Archicembalo

    34. III. Adagio

      Composer: Francesco Geminiani

      Ensemble: L' Archicembalo

    35. IV. Allegro

      Composer: Francesco Geminiani

      Ensemble: L' Archicembalo

    36. I. Largo e staccato

      Composer: Francesco Geminiani

      Ensemble: L' Archicembalo

    37. II. Allegro

      Composer: Francesco Geminiani

      Ensemble: L' Archicembalo

    38. III. Vivace

      Composer: Francesco Geminiani

      Ensemble: L' Archicembalo

    39. I. Adagio e staccato

      Composer: Francesco Geminiani

      Ensemble: L' Archicembalo

    40. II. Allegro

      Composer: Francesco Geminiani

      Ensemble: L' Archicembalo

    41. III. Adagio

      Composer: Francesco Geminiani

      Ensemble: L' Archicembalo

    42. IV. Allegro

      Composer: Francesco Geminiani

      Ensemble: L' Archicembalo

    43. I. Adagio

      Composer: Francesco Geminiani

      Ensemble: L' Archicembalo

    44. II. Allegro

      Composer: Francesco Geminiani

      Ensemble: L' Archicembalo

    45. III. Adagio

      Composer: Francesco Geminiani

      Ensemble: L' Archicembalo

    46. IV. Allegro

      Composer: Francesco Geminiani

      Ensemble: L' Archicembalo


Francesco Saverio Geminiani (1687-1762), born in Lucca, began his study at an early age with his father, but his most important lessons followed in his years with the great Roman Master, Arcangelo Corelli. Composition lessons with Alessandro Scarlatti helped inspire and solidify his craft. In 1714 Geminiani settled in London, where he quickly gained fame as an ensemble player, concert violinist, and teacher. Here he became friends with Handel and led the orchestra during many performances together. Geminiani enjoyed great success not only in London, but also in Ireland where he spent a considerable amount of time. In 1760 he settled in Dublin, dying there in somewhat impoverished circumstances in 1762. Geminiani's playing was distinguished by it's great expressiveness, richness of dynamic coloring, extraordinary liveliness, and a strong temperament. Tartini tellingly called Geminiani "il furibondo" - the furious one! Among his most significant contributions to the Baroque concerto repertoire are his Concerti grossi Opp. 2 and 3, published in 1732 and 1733 respectively. These sets each consist of six concertos and follow the model established by Corelli, particularly his Concerti grossi Op.6. However, Geminiani's works are more expansive and harmonically adventurous. They often feature intricate contrapuntal writing and dramatic contrasts between the concertino (the group of solo instruments) and the ripieno (full ensemble), a hallmark of the concerto grosso form. Op.2 is notable for it's lyrical elegance and refined structure, while Op.3 reveals a bolder, more expressive style, perhaps reflecting Geminiani's growing independence from Corelli's shadow. These works were not only designed for public concert performance but also for teaching and domestic music-making, showing Geminiani's skill in balancing artistic depth with accessibility. Geminiani's Concerti Grossi were well-received in his time and continued to be admired for their rich textures and expressive power. They exemplify the late Baroque ideal of merging virtuosity with emotional intensity. Today, they remain a staple of early music ensembles, highlighting Geminiani's role as a key figure in transmitting and transforming the Italian Baroque tradition for an international audience. Played by the Italian elite group L'Archicembalo, who previously recorded, to great critical acclaim, the String Concertos by Vivaldi for Brilliant Classics.