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Lorenzo Perosi Piano Quintets -- Masterful Chamber Works
The Roma Tre Orchestra Ensemble with Matteo Bevilacqua takes the right approach to this music. Perosi didn't write operas, but his aesthetic centered on the human voice. His music wants -- and needs to -- sing.
Lorenzo Perosi Piano Quintets let everyone in on the fun
If you're not familiar with this Italian master, this is a good place to start. Perosi was a cleric, but his music was not completely bound by his religion. There's a lot of his work to explore, but these quintets will give you the essence of his talent.
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