Masquerade (Rondò Veneziano album)

Masquerade is a studio album by the Italian musical ensemble Rondò Veneziano, released in 1989. The album continues the group's signature baroque-pop style, blending classical instrumentation with modern synthesizers and a disco-influenced rhythm section.

The album features original compositions by Gian Piero Reverberi and Laura Giordano, the core creative team behind Rondò Veneziano. "Masquerade" presents a collection of instrumental pieces evoking the atmosphere and pageantry of Venetian masquerade balls, a recurring theme in the group's work. The music attempts to capture the sense of mystery, elegance, and theatricality associated with these historical events.

Track titles often reflect this theme, suggesting images of masked figures, secret rendezvous, and grand celebrations. The album was released internationally and contributed to Rondò Veneziano's continued popularity in Europe and other regions. As with other Rondò Veneziano albums, Masquerade showcases the group's distinctive blend of musical genres and its focus on creating accessible, visually evocative soundscapes.