Italian Cantatas

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This anthology features unpublished baroque cantatas for soprano and continuo, showcasing a range of styles from the late 17th to mid-18th centuries. Edited by harpsichordist Edward Smith, it includes works by notable composers such as Stradella, A. Scarlatti, Legrenzi, and Porpora. Notably, it presents two cantatas with original harpsichord parts. Accompanied by notes, translations, and a realized continuo, this collection is a valuable resource for both students and professionals exploring this lesser-known repertoire.