World première recording from Naxos of two of Alessandro Scarlatti’s vocal works and two instrumental works. Featuring soprano Melissa Givens, countertenor Gerrod Pagenkopf, tenor Joseph Gaines, bass-baritone Timothy Jones, cellist Barrett Sills, and harpsichordist Matthew Dirst. Includes 1 CD.

“sensitive…excellent, impressive.” —Early Music

“The continuo group plays with sensitivity and Melissa Givens gives an impassioned performance of strongly characterized and eloquent music.” —Gramophone