Musici di San Marco is an ensemble known primarily for their performances of Baroque music with a strong emphasis on the works of Antonio Vivaldi. The name of the ensemble refers to the famous basilica in Venice, a city often associated with Vivaldi’s life and work. Although it is not uncommon to see recordings attributed to this ensemble, detailed information regarding the musicians involved is often obscure, as the name has been used for various recording projects without consistent personnel.

Alberto Lizzio, on the other hand, is a name enveloped in some mystery. For a long time, a conductor by this name was credited on numerous classical music recordings, especially those made in the latter half of the 20th century, often featuring standard classical repertoire by composers such as Vivaldi, Mozart, and Haydn. However, it has been suggested that the name may have been a pseudonym used by record producers for various reasons, including marketing. Due to this ambiguity, there is little biographical substance available for a figure strictly known as Alberto Lizzio. While many recordings credit Lizzio, these releases typically focus on well-known pieces designed to appeal to a wide audience, such as the mandolin concertos of Vivaldi and symphonies by Haydn noted in the question.

Genres

Fictitious Orchestra

Latest Release

Vivaldi: Mandolin Concerto in C Major RV 425

Musici di San Marco & Alberto Lizzio

Single - Released May 17, 2010