Nigel Kennedy - Vivaldi Live a la Citadelle [DVD]

After a 30-year wait Nigel finally gave his first classical concert in France in 2004; the astonishing impact of this one show created both the best-selling classical CD in France since 2000 & two number one records. With Kennedy still at number 1 & 2 in the charts he returned to embrace his French triumph on a summer night in 2005 for this concert. This live performance is set in the stunning location of La Citadelle in Carcassonne, France; and showcases Nigel's Vivaldi canon that he has become so famous for. Joined by the Polish Chamber Orchestra, Nigel plays Vivaldi's Four Seasons and duets with the leader of the PCO; Jakub Haufa on Vivaldi's Concerto for 2 violins in C Major. The DVD also features two excellent and very different encores; a take on Jimi Hendrix's "Purple Haze" and a traditional celtic piece; that both highlight Kennedy's ability to interact with his audience.