Alessandro Stradella

Alessandro Stradella was a colorful and prolific Italian composer of the 17th century, known for his contributions to both sacred and secular music during the Baroque era. Born in 1639, Stradella composed operas, cantatas, oratorios, and instrumental works, leaving behind a rich legacy that showed off his melodic flair and expressive style. His music sits at the intersection of the early Baroque’s emotional immediacy and the more structured, dramatic style that came to define the high Baroque period.

Stradella led a dramatic life that often rivaled the intrigue found in his compositions. He spent time in Rome, Venice, and other Italian cultural hubs, sometimes earning high-profile commissions and sometimes getting into serious trouble—including involvement in scandals that eventually led to his untimely death in 1682. Despite his relatively short life, Stradella's innovative music had a lasting impact, and his work continues to be revived and appreciated by early music performers and fans today.

Genres

Opera

Choral

Baroque

Oratorio

Cantata

Secular Music

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Latest Release

Stradella (Sinfonias for Solo Violin and Basso Continuo)

Alessandro Stradella

Album - 26 Tracks - Released March 21, 2025