Experience the electrifying virtuosity of mandolinist Avi Avital in his captivating live album, "Avi Avital: The Verbier Recital." Recorded at the prestigious Verbier Festival, this album showcases Avital's fiery charisma and incredible technical prowess, offering a thrilling journey through a diverse repertoire. The album features a mix of classical masterpieces and folk-inspired transcriptions, including works by Bach, Bloch, and Kuwahara, as well as Avital's own compositions.
Avital's performance is marked by a sense of spontaneity and passion that only a live setting can capture. His renditions of Bach's Partita No. 2 and Partita No. 3 for solo violin, expertly arranged for the mandolin, are particularly noteworthy. The album also includes the world premiere of Avital's "Kedma for Re-Tuned Mandolin," a piece that pushes the boundaries of the instrument and showcases his innovative approach to music.
With a duration of 59 minutes, the album is a testament to Avital's ability to command the stage and captivate audiences. Whether you're a classical music enthusiast or simply appreciate exceptional musicianship, "Avi Avital: The Verbier Recital" is an album that will leave you in awe of the mandolin's potential and Avital's extraordinary talent.