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Tactus

Works for violin and saxophone

$21.99

Details

Composer
Adolf Busch, Pierre Max Dubois, Luca Moscardi, Paolo Paglia, Antonio Pessetto, Alberto Piazza
Artist
Giovanni Battista Scarpa, Emma Nicol Pigato
Format
CD
Label
Tactus
Released
Jan 30, 2026
Catalog #
TC960005
UPC
8007194108385

About

In a society where standardization is a prevalent issue, the release of an album that deviates from the usual music centered around the established repertoire to present an original program should be welcomed with enthusiasm. This same enthusiasm is evident in the two performers' dedication to discovering new repertoires, and delivering passionate, meticulous performances. This discographic project, aims to interpret and promote original music written for violin and saxophone by both past and contemporary composers. Works from the 20th century, (compositions by Adolf Busch and Pierre Max Dubois, included here as tributes to those who recognized the potential of the unusual violin and saxophone duo), are juxtaposed, with compositions by contemporary authors specifically written for Scarpa-Pigato. The variety of styles, unfolds through post-tonal compositions, (Paolo Paglia, and Luca Moscardi), serial works, (Antonio Pessetto), and evocative pieces, (Alberto Piazza). The unusual timbral combination of the violin, and the diverse colors of the saxophone family, creates an innovative and surprising sonic impact. The fervor that the performers bring to their interpretations, is the elusive quality contemporary music has long sought. Dedication to meticulous work, combined with interpretative excitement is a winning combination.

Tracklist 16 tracks

  1. 1 I. Prélude et Gavotte 02:33
    Track
    1
    Title
    I. Prélude et Gavotte
    Duration
    02:33
    Composer
    Pierre Max Dubois
    Performer
    Giovanni Battista Scarpa, Emma Nicòl Pigato
  2. 2 II. Fanfare et Final 03:50
    Track
    2
    Title
    II. Fanfare et Final
    Duration
    03:50
    Composer
    Pierre Max Dubois
    Performer
    Giovanni Battista Scarpa, Emma Nicòl Pigato
  3. 3 I. Praeludium 01:57
    Track
    3
    Title
    I. Praeludium
    Duration
    01:57
    Composer
    Adolf Busch
    Performer
    Giovanni Battista Scarpa, Emma Nicòl Pigato
  4. 4 II. Sarabande 03:25
    Track
    4
    Title
    II. Sarabande
    Duration
    03:25
    Composer
    Adolf Busch
    Performer
    Giovanni Battista Scarpa, Emma Nicòl Pigato
  5. 5 III. Gavotte 04:11
    Track
    5
    Title
    III. Gavotte
    Duration
    04:11
    Composer
    Adolf Busch
    Performer
    Giovanni Battista Scarpa, Emma Nicòl Pigato
  6. 6 IV. Gigue 02:26
    Track
    6
    Title
    IV. Gigue
    Duration
    02:26
    Composer
    Adolf Busch
    Performer
    Giovanni Battista Scarpa, Emma Nicòl Pigato
  7. 7 I. Introduzione 01:02
    Track
    7
    Title
    I. Introduzione
    Duration
    01:02
    Composer
    Paolo Paglia
    Performer
    Giovanni Battista Scarpa, Emma Nicòl Pigato
  8. 8 II. Fuga a 2 03:05
    Track
    8
    Title
    II. Fuga a 2
    Duration
    03:05
    Composer
    Paolo Paglia
    Performer
    Giovanni Battista Scarpa, Emma Nicòl Pigato
  9. 9 III. Invenzione 01:35
    Track
    9
    Title
    III. Invenzione
    Duration
    01:35
    Composer
    Paolo Paglia
    Performer
    Giovanni Battista Scarpa, Emma Nicòl Pigato
  10. 10 III. Muddy Blues 01:15
    Track
    10
    Title
    III. Muddy Blues
    Duration
    01:15
    Composer
    Paolo Paglia
    Performer
    Giovanni Battista Scarpa, Emma Nicòl Pigato
  11. 11 IV. Little Blues 00:57
    Track
    11
    Title
    IV. Little Blues
    Duration
    00:57
    Composer
    Paolo Paglia
    Performer
    Giovanni Battista Scarpa, Emma Nicòl Pigato
  12. 12 Canto d'Amore 15:41
    Track
    12
    Title
    Canto d'Amore
    Duration
    15:41
    Composer
    Antonio Pessetto
    Performer
    Giovanni Battista Scarpa, Emma Nicòl Pigato
  13. 13 Canzoni di strada 12:41
    Track
    13
    Title
    Canzoni di strada
    Duration
    12:41
    Composer
    Alberto Piazza
    Performer
    Giovanni Battista Scarpa, Emma Nicòl Pigato
  14. 14 I. Vivace 01:52
    Track
    14
    Title
    I. Vivace
    Duration
    01:52
    Composer
    Luca Moscardi
    Performer
    Giovanni Battista Scarpa, Emma Nicòl Pigato
  15. 15 II. Andantino 01:29
    Track
    15
    Title
    II. Andantino
    Duration
    01:29
    Composer
    Luca Moscardi
    Performer
    Giovanni Battista Scarpa, Emma Nicòl Pigato
  16. 16 III. Allegro 01:38
    Track
    16
    Title
    III. Allegro
    Duration
    01:38
    Composer
    Luca Moscardi
    Performer
    Giovanni Battista Scarpa, Emma Nicòl Pigato