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Vivaldi - The Four Seasons in Janoska Style

Deutsche Grammophon
Release Date: October 18, 2024

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Gold Award - Janoska Style
1 The Groovy Birds  
2 Dreaming Soul  
3 The Irish Wedding  
4 Caribbean Vibes  
5 Silence Before the Storm  
6 Storm in Janoska Style  
7 7.8 Balkan Journey  
8 Blind Improvisation  
9 The Hunter and the Jazzy Fox  
10 Dancing in the Snow  
11 Sweet Home  
12 Peace and Love Forever  
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The Janoska Ensemble, one of the world's most innovative ensembles, is happy to announce the release of their fourth studio album: an exciting new interpretation of Antonio Vivaldi's timeless masterpiece “The Four Seasons / Le Quattro Stagioni”. This album marks another milestone in the ensemble's impressive career and will once again delight music lovers far beyond the classical world.

Vivaldi's works were deliberately chosen as baroque music provides an ideal basis for the Ensemble’s unique “Janoska Style” - characterized by virtuoso improvisations and cross-genre fusions. This style is particularly evident in the art of improvisation, which has become a trademark of the ensemble since it was founded. The four violin concertos shine in a completely new light thanks to the orchestral splendor of the ensemble and will be an integral part of their live repertoire in the future.
The Janoska Ensemble takes it even further: each movement of the Four Seasons is enriched by newly composed passages by ensemble member František Janoska, which are brought to life with breathtaking virtuosity by Ondrej, Roman and Julius. Vivaldi's original sonnets serve as a central theme and the musicians interpret not only the seasons, but also cultural change over the centuries. This artistic approach combines classical heritage with contemporary interpretation in a fascinating way.
In addition to their musical achievements, the Janoska Ensemble has performed on four continents and delighted audiences worldwide. Their two previous albums on Deutsche Grammophon have also achieved gold status, underlining the exceptional quality and popularity of their music.

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