Gidon Kremer, the renowned violinist, presents a remarkable 5-CD box set titled "Edition Lockenhaus," a compilation of recordings spanning from 1981 to 2008. This sumptuous collection, originally released in 2011 and reissued in 2022 to celebrate Kremer's 75th birthday, encapsulates the essence of the Lockenhaus Festival, an annual chamber music celebration founded by Kremer himself in a quaint Austrian town.
The album is a testament to Kremer's versatility and mastery, featuring a diverse range of genres including classical, tango, and minimalism. The tracklist is a rich tapestry of compositions, from the hauntingly beautiful "Metamorphosen" by Richard Strauss to the lively "Histoire du soldat" suite by Igor Stravinsky. Kremer's interpretations are joined by a stellar cast of musicians, creating a cohesive and captivating musical journey.
"Edition Lockenhaus" is not just a collection of recordings but a chronicle of Kremer's artistic evolution and his enduring commitment to chamber music. The album's duration of 4 hours and 43 minutes offers an immersive experience, showcasing Kremer's technical prowess and emotional depth. Whether you're a longtime admirer of Gidon Kremer or a newcomer to his artistry, this box set is a treasure trove of musical excellence that deserves a place in any classical music enthusiast's collection.
Metamorphosen, TrV 290Richard Strauss, Gidon Kremer, Kremerata Baltica, Sir Simon Rattle
Trois petites liturgies de la présence divine: 1. Antienne de la conversation intérieureOlivier Messiaen, Shedryk Children's Choir, Kiev, Markus Bellheim, Christine Rohan, Khatia Buniatishvili, Andrei Pushkarev, Dmytro Marchenko, Igor Krasovsky, Kremerata Baltica, Roman Kofman
Trois petites liturgies de la présence divine: 2. Séquence du verbe, cantique divinOlivier Messiaen, Shedryk Children's Choir, Kiev, Markus Bellheim, Christine Rohan, Khatia Buniatishvili, Andrei Pushkarev, Dmytro Marchenko, Igor Krasovsky, Kremerata Baltica, Roman Kofman
Trois petites liturgies de la présence divine: 3. Psalmodie de l'ubiquité par amourOlivier Messiaen, Shedryk Children's Choir, Kiev, Markus Bellheim, Christine Rohan, Khatia Buniatishvili, Andrei Pushkarev, Dmytro Marchenko, Igor Krasovsky, Kremerata Baltica, Roman Kofman
Piano Quintet, CFF 121: I. Molto moderato quasi lento – AllegroCésar Franck, Alexandre Rabinovitch-Barakovsky, Lukas Hagen, Krista Bennion Feeney, Tabea Zimmermann, Clemens Hagen, Martin Wieland
Piano Quintet, CFF 121: II. Lento, con molto sentimentoCésar Franck, Alexandre Rabinovitch-Barakovsky, Lukas Hagen, Krista Bennion Feeney, Tabea Zimmermann, Clemens Hagen, Martin Wieland
Piano Quintet, CFF 121: III. Allegro non troppo ma con fuocoCésar Franck, Alexandre Rabinovitch-Barakovsky, Lukas Hagen, Krista Bennion Feeney, Tabea Zimmermann, Clemens Hagen, Martin Wieland
Conte fantastique After "Le masque de la mort rouge"Andre Caplet, Ursula Holliger, Daniel Phillips, Michael Schnitzler, Gérard Caussé, Ko Iwasaki, Alexandre Rabinovitch-Barakovsky, Lukas Hagen, Krista Bennion Feeney, Tabea Zimmermann, Clemens Hagen, Martin Wieland
Fiançailles pour rire, FP 101: No. 4, Mon cadavre est doux comme un gantFrancis Poulenc, Christine Whittlesey, Robert Levin, Alexandre Rabinovitch-Barakovsky, Lukas Hagen, Krista Bennion Feeney, Tabea Zimmermann, Clemens Hagen, Martin Wieland
Fiançailles pour rire, FP 101: No. 6, FleursFrancis Poulenc, Christine Whittlesey, Robert Levin, Alexandre Rabinovitch-Barakovsky, Lukas Hagen, Krista Bennion Feeney, Tabea Zimmermann, Clemens Hagen, Martin Wieland
String Quartet No. 1, JW VII/8 "Kreutzer Sonata": I. Adagio – Con motoLeoš Janáček, Lukas Hagen, Annette Bik, Veronika Hagen, Clemens Hagen, Alexandre Rabinovitch-Barakovsky, Krista Bennion Feeney, Tabea Zimmermann, Martin Wieland
String Quartet No. 1, JW VII/8 "Kreutzer Sonata": II. Con motoLeoš Janáček, Lukas Hagen, Annette Bik, Veronika Hagen, Clemens Hagen, Alexandre Rabinovitch-Barakovsky, Krista Bennion Feeney, Tabea Zimmermann, Martin Wieland
String Quartet No. 1, JW VII/8 "Kreutzer Sonata": III. Con moto – Vivace – AndanteLeoš Janáček, Lukas Hagen, Annette Bik, Veronika Hagen, Clemens Hagen, Alexandre Rabinovitch-Barakovsky, Krista Bennion Feeney, Tabea Zimmermann, Martin Wieland
String Quartet No. 1, JW VII/8 "Kreutzer Sonata": IV. Con moto – AdagioLeoš Janáček, Lukas Hagen, Annette Bik, Veronika Hagen, Clemens Hagen, Alexandre Rabinovitch-Barakovsky, Krista Bennion Feeney, Tabea Zimmermann, Martin Wieland
Histoire du soldat, Suite, K29: VI. 3 Danses. Tango – Valse – RagtimeIgor Stravinsky, Gidon Kremer, Eduard Brunner, Aloys Kontarsky, Alexandre Rabinovitch-Barakovsky, Lukas Hagen, Krista Bennion Feeney, Tabea Zimmermann, Clemens Hagen, Martin Wieland
Concerto in D for String Orchestra, K75: I. VivaceIgor Stravinsky, Kammerorchester der jungen deutschen Philharmonie, Heinz Holliger, Alexandre Rabinovitch-Barakovsky, Lukas Hagen, Krista Bennion Feeney, Tabea Zimmermann, Clemens Hagen, Martin Wieland
4 Waltzes for Flute, Clarinet & Piano (Arr. Atovmyan): III. Waltz (No. 6 from Maxim's Return, Op. 45)Dmitri Shostakovich, Irena Grafenauer, Oleg Maisenberg, Eduard Brunner, Alexandre Rabinovitch-Barakovsky, Lukas Hagen, Krista Bennion Feeney, Tabea Zimmermann, Clemens Hagen, Martin Wieland
4 Waltzes for Flute, Clarinet & Piano (Arr. Atovmyan): IV. Barrel Organ Waltz (No. 5 from The Gadfly Suite, Op. 97a)Dmitri Shostakovich, Irena Grafenauer, Oleg Maisenberg, Eduard Brunner, Alexandre Rabinovitch-Barakovsky, Lukas Hagen, Krista Bennion Feeney, Tabea Zimmermann, Clemens Hagen, Martin Wieland
2 Pieces for String Octet, Op. 11: No. 1, Prelude. AdagioDmitri Shostakovich, Thomas Zehetmair, Lukas Hagen, Annette Bik, Daniel Phillips, Veronika Hagen, Hatto Beyerle, Clemens Hagen, Markus Stocker, Alexandre Rabinovitch-Barakovsky, Krista Bennion Feeney, Tabea Zimmermann, Martin Wieland
2 Pieces for String Octet, Op. 11: No. 2, Scherzo. Allegro moltoDmitri Shostakovich, Thomas Zehetmair, Lukas Hagen, Annette Bik, Daniel Phillips, Veronika Hagen, Hatto Beyerle, Clemens Hagen, Markus Stocker, Alexandre Rabinovitch-Barakovsky, Krista Bennion Feeney, Tabea Zimmermann, Martin Wieland
String Quartet No. 14 in F-Sharp Major, Op. 142: I. AllegrettoDmitri Shostakovich, Gidon Kremer, Yuzuko Horigome, Kim Kashkashian, David Geringas
String Quartet No. 14 in F-Sharp Major, Op. 142: II. AdagioDmitri Shostakovich, Gidon Kremer, Yuzuko Horigome, Kim Kashkashian, David Geringas
String Quartet No. 14 in F-Sharp Major, Op. 142: III. AllegrettoDmitri Shostakovich, Gidon Kremer, Yuzuko Horigome, Kim Kashkashian, David Geringas
String Quartet No. 13 in B-Flat Minor, Op. 138Dmitri Shostakovich, Gidon Kremer, Thomas Zehetmair, Nobuko Imai, Boris Pergamenschikow
2 Pieces for String Quartet (1931): No. 1, Elegy (Lady Macbeth) – No. 2, Polka (The Age of Gold)Dmitri Shostakovich, Gidon Kremer, Annette Bik, Veronika Hagen, Thomas Demenga
String Sextet, Op. 45: I. Allegro risolutoErwin Schulhoff, Gidon Kremer, Philip Hirschhorn, Nobuko Imai, Kim Kashkashian, David Geringas, Julius Berger
String Sextet, Op. 45: II. Tranquillo. AndanteErwin Schulhoff, Gidon Kremer, Philip Hirschhorn, Nobuko Imai, Kim Kashkashian, David Geringas, Julius Berger
String Sextet, Op. 45: III. Burlesca. Allegro molto con spiritoErwin Schulhoff, Gidon Kremer, Philip Hirschhorn, Nobuko Imai, Kim Kashkashian, David Geringas, Julius Berger
String Sextet, Op. 45: IV. Molto adagioErwin Schulhoff, Gidon Kremer, Philip Hirschhorn, Nobuko Imai, Kim Kashkashian, David Geringas, Julius Berger
Duo for Violin and Cello, WV 74: Moderato – Zingaresca – Andantino – ModeratoErwin Schulhoff, Philip Hirschhorn, David Geringas
5 Études de Jazz, WV 81: Charleston – Blues – Chanson – Tango – Toccata sur le Shimmy "Kitten on the Keys"Erwin Schulhoff, James Tocco
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