I Fagiolini: Zefiro Torna – Italian Spring!

Vocal ensemble I Fagiolini directed by Robert Hollingworth perform a programme of Monteverdi celebrating Venetian spring.

I Fagiolini, directed by Robert Hollingworth, present a celebration of Venice in spring through the music of Claudio Monteverdi, including Zefiro torna, Ohime dove il mio ben?, Si dolce tormento and Ballo Tirsi e Clori. The programme features playful solos, duets and a complete dance suite for five singers, accompanied by harp, chitarrone and organ. The soloists all appear on the ensemble's acclaimed new recording of Monteverdi's Vespers. The concert runs approximately two hours including an interval.