Concerto in C major, RV 558

The Concerto in C major, RV 558, otherwise known as "Concerto for Diverse Instruments" is a concerto grosso by Antonio Vivaldi, written around 1740, with its premiere on 21 March of that year.[1]

Vivaldi in 1723

Structure

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The work is in three movements:

  1. Allegro molto
  2. Andante molto
  3. Allegro[1]

Instrumentation

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The concertino instruments are two recorders, two chalumeaux, two mandolins, two theorbos, two violins, a tromba marina and a cello.[1] It is said to let the violins imitate the sound of a tromba marina, foil is placed under the board.[citation needed]

The orchestral ripieno section consists of strings and basso continuo.[1]

See also

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