Anne-Sophie Mutter, one of the most celebrated violinists of our time, presents a captivating collection of violin concertos with her album "Dutilleux / Bartók / Stravinsky: Violin Concertos." Recorded live at the Théâtre des Champs-Elysées in Paris in 2003 and released by Deutsche Grammophon in 2005, this album showcases Mutter's virtuosity and the French National Orchestra's dynamic performance under the baton of Kurt Masur.
The album opens with Henri Dutilleux's "Sur le même accord," a piece composed specifically for Mutter, reflecting their collaborative relationship. The program continues with Béla Bartók's Violin Concerto No. 2, a work known for its rhythmic complexity and rich harmonies, and concludes with Igor Stravinsky's Violin Concerto in D Major, K.53, a neoclassical piece that highlights Mutter's technical prowess and expressive depth.
With a total runtime of 1 hour and 8 minutes, this album offers a rich exploration of 20th-century violin concertos, each piece meticulously performed and recorded to capture the essence of a live concert experience. The album has been praised for its enthusiastic playing and is considered a valuable addition to any classical music enthusiast's collection.
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