Janine Jansen, the acclaimed violinist, presents a captivating exploration of two iconic violin concertos with her 2009 release, "Beethoven & Britten: Violin Concertos." This album showcases Jansen's extraordinary talent and her long-standing desire to record these masterpieces together. The album features Ludwig van Beethoven's Violin Concerto in D Major, Op. 61, and Benjamin Britten's Violin Concerto, Op. 15, performed with the London Symphony Orchestra under the direction of Paavo Järvi.
Jansen's interpretation of Beethoven's concerto is modern and spiky, never smoothing the edges, which brings a fresh perspective to this timeless piece. The album opens with the first movement, "Allegro ma non troppo," followed by the second movement, "Larghetto," and concludes with the third movement, "Rondo. Allegro." The Beethoven concerto is followed by Britten's concerto, which is divided into three movements: "Moderato con moto," "Vivace – Cadenza –," and "Passacaglia. Andante lento (un poco meno mosso)." The album also includes the third movement, "Allegro," from Britten's Violin Concerto in D, R.234 "L'inquietudine."
With a total duration of 1 hour and 16 minutes, this album offers a rich and immersive listening experience. Jansen's virtuosity and the exquisite playing of the London Symphony Orchestra make this a standout recording in the classical music genre. Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, Janine Jansen's interpretation of these concertos is sure to leave a lasting impression.
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