Concerto F-dur = In F = En Fa Majeur F III, 17 / Concerto D-moll = In D Minor = En Ré Mineur F III, 23 / Concerto C-dur = In C = En Ut Majeur Op. 14,6

Released in 1983 by the West German label Schwann Musica Mundi, this recording highlights the intersection of Baroque-era concerti and lesser-known cello literature. The selection features Vivaldi’s cello concerti alongside the work of Giovanni Battista Cirri, an 18th-century Italian cellist and composer whose style bridges the gap between the late Baroque and the burgeoning Classical period. By pairing these works, the label aimed to showcase technical mastery while illuminating the shift in musical sensibility that occurred throughout the late 1700s.

The production features the Radio-Symphonie-Orchester Berlin under the guidance of soloist Markus Nyikos and pianist Carol Tainton. The performance sought to provide a scholarly yet accessible interpretation of the manuscripts, adhering to the historical performance standards typical of the Schwann Musica Mundi catalog. The label gained a reputation during this era for its commitment to documenting rare or neglected repertoire, ensuring that works like Cirri's were preserved in high-fidelity recordings for contemporary listeners and musicologists.