Antonio Vivaldi - Concerto in C Minor, RV 441 for Flute/Recorder and Piano. Antonio Vivaldi (1678-1741) was one of the most prolific composer of the Baroque era. Born in Venice, he received his early musical training from his father, a professional violinisit who played at the St. Mark's Cathedral. The Concerto in C Minor, RV 441, was originally written for recorder and showcases the instrument’s expressive depth and remarkable agility. It is composed in three movements: Allegro non molto, Largo, and Allegro.