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Composer

Francesco Maria Veracini

1690 — 1750

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Albums

ICONIC
David Garrett, Orchestra the Prezent, Franck van der Heijden
Italia
Nicola Benedetti
Veracini: Sonatas
John Holloway, Jaap Ter Linden, Lars Ulrik Mortensen
Veracini: 12 Sonatas, Op. 2 "Sonate accademiche"
The Locatelli Trio
Concerti "per l'orchestra di Dresda"
Musica Antiqua Köln, Reinhard Goebel
Veracini: 5 Overtures
Reinhard Goebel, Musica Antiqua Köln

AboutFrancesco Maria Veracini

Francesco Maria Veracini (1 February 1690 – 31 October 1768) was an Italian composer and violinist, perhaps best known for his sets of violin sonatas. As a composer, according to Manfred Bukofzer, "His individual, if not subjective, style has no precedent in baroque music and clearly heralds the end of the entire era", while Luigi Torchi maintained that "he rescued the imperiled music of the eighteenth century".

Fascinating Works by Legendary Composer Francesco Maria Veracini

Francesco Maria Veracini's Prolific Musical Journey

Francesco Maria Veracini, born on 1 February 1690 and deceased on 31 October 1768, is revered as an extraordinary Italian composer and virtuoso violinist. His distinguished reputation primarily stems from the creation of his iconic violin sonatas. Born in Florence, he was trained by his uncle, Antonio Veracini, and quickly established himself as a leading figure in Baroque music.

Veracini's performances across Europe, including his London debut in 1714, left audiences in awe of his technical mastery and expressive style. His compositions, especially the Sonate accademiche, demonstrated technical complexity and emotional depth, pushing the violin’s expressive boundaries and influencing future musicians.

Heralded for its unique style, Veracini's music has no notable predecessors in the realm of baroque music and effectively signifies the culmination of the epoch. According to the famous musicologist Manfred Bukofzer, "His individual, if not subjective, style has no precedent in baroque music and clearly heralds the end of the entire era." Furthermore, Luigi Torchi, a respected music critic, said that "Veracini rescued the imperiled music of the eighteenth century".

Iconic Compositions and Interpretations

Veracini's illustrious compositions, such as the 12 Sonatas, Op. 2 "Sonate accademiche" and 5 Overtures, have left an indelible mark on classical music. Composed during Veracini’s tenure at the Dresden court, these sonatas are a landmark in Baroque violin literature, noted for their intricate harmonies and advanced technique. Veracini’s violin sonatas remain central to the Baroque repertoire.

At STAGE+, we bring to you performances of these captivating works by renowned artists like John Holloway, Jaap Ter Linden, Lars Ulrik Mortensen, The Locatelli Trio, and Reinhard Goebel, Musica Antiqua Köln, among others. Enjoy the powerful rendition of Veracini's compositions uniquely interpreted by different orchestras, thereby offering diverse perspectives to his timeless creations.