This new publication of Vivaldi’s masterpiece is a critical performing edition of the Manchester manuscript source, which originates from Vivaldi’s circle and represents an alternative (in many cases, more explicit) version of these famous concertos than the first  printed edition  published by Le  Cene  in Amsterdam in 1725.<br>
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The  Manchester source has until now not been used as the primary basis for a modern performing edition, and offers new readings and evidence for players and listeners alike.<br>
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With Christopher Hogwood’s new edition a fresh gust of wind has taken hold of  The Four Seasons.<br>