Benedetto Marcello

Benedetto Marcello (1686–1739) was a Venetian composer, lawyer, and writer who left a vibrant mark on Baroque music. Though he worked full-time as a magistrate (music was technically his side hustle!), he composed over 600 works, including psalms, cantatas, and instrumental pieces that still charm listeners today. His *Estro poetico-armonico* settings of biblical psalms, like the soulful *Psalm 42* and *50* in your playlist, blended sacred texts with rich, expressive melodies—think of it as 18th-century spiritual vibes meeting Venetian flair.

Beyond sacred music, Marcello flexed his creativity with witty secular cantatas (*Amanti* and *Superbo del mio affanno* showcase his love for dramatic storytelling) and elegant instrumental works like his *Six Sonatas for Violoncello*. He even roasted the opera scene of his day in a snarky satire called *Il teatro alla moda*. Whether you’re soaking in his lush sinfonias or his introspective sonatas, Marcello’s music is a gateway to Venice’s golden age—no gondola ride required.

Genres

Requiem

Latest Release

Marcello: Sinfonias Nos. 1-5 (Remastered 2023)

Benedetto Marcello

Album - 16 Tracks - Released January 12, 2024