Congratulations to this whole edition (instantly recognizable because of their clever and stylish album covers) so whole-heartedly focused on restoration of Vivaldi's music, but I honestly must say this must be their crown jewel. First of all, the script was reconstructed from its 1727 version and a lot of new music was added so now on this recording we actually have 27 arias where older recording had 15. Spinosi plays with tempos, sometimes speeding or slowing down but it's all according to original instructions and playing is brilliant, fresh and inspired. And singers - well, there is no Marilyn Horne who for me will always be THE only Orlando but singers here are excellent in their own way and the very first time I heard this newly recorded "'Sol da te, mio dolce amore" (with that magical flute introduction) I was so blown away, couldn't believe my own ears and played it twice in a row - countertenor Philippe Jaroussky is so perfect for this music and bringing countertenor in a place of baritone was exceptionally creative idea. Really loved Sesto Bruscantini way back than, but Jaroussky really sounds like youth possessed by magic.
As on earlier version, tons of recitatives that I skip and focus on arias instead.
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