“… De Swarte’s virtuosity is undeniable, shining through the entire album. However, it is his sensitive and nuanced approach that truly sets him apart. He possesses a beautifully singing tone, drawing out the inherent lyricism of Vivaldi’s melodies. His phrasing feels natural and inevitable, perfectly capturing the musical style without unnecessary embellishments or exaggerated gestures… The recording by Harmonia Mundi deserves praise for its warm and natural sound, capturing the rich timbres of the instruments and the subtle nuances of de Swarte’s performance.”

Recording of the Week

“…de Swarte’s flexible musicianship, and the thoughtful way in which he’s tailored both his forces and his playing to the evolving career and style of the composer, would make his Vivaldi performances compelling even without the added draw of all those fascinating premieres and rediscoveries. This is a real gem of an album and de Swarte continues to go from strength to strength…”

Choc du Classica

“… there’s plenty of vitality and lyricism to enjoy. There are those hold-on-to-your-hat movements that Langlois de Swarte is just so good at…”

Concerto Choice

Performance *****      Recording *****

“The playing of both soloist and orchestra is exceptional.”