was an 18th-century Italian composer, violinist, and Roman Catholic priest—often nicknamed "" due to his red hair. Composed around 1723 and published in 1725, The Four Seasons is considered a masterpiece of the Baroque period . Quick Guide to the Concertos

Vivaldi spent most of his career at the , an orphanage for girls where he served as a violin master and composer. The institution's all-female orchestra became one of the most respected ensembles in Europe, and it was for these talented musicians that Vivaldi wrote many of his 500+ concertos, including early iterations of The Four Seasons . A Masterpiece of Program Music

Vivaldi’s genius wasn’t just technical—it was cinematic. Try listening with this guide: