Immerse yourself in the rich, late-Romantic soundscapes of Edward Elgar with this captivating album, featuring two of his most celebrated works for violin. The centerpiece is Elgar's impassioned and nostalgic Violin Concerto in B Minor, Op. 61, a monumental piece that showcases the extraordinary talent of violinist Renaud Capuçon and the London Symphony Orchestra under the baton of Sir Simon Rattle. This is Capuçon's first recording with Rattle, and their collaboration brings a fresh, dynamic energy to Elgar's score.
Complementing the concerto is Elgar's Violin Sonata in E Minor, Op. 82, a work of nobility and tenderness. Capuçon is joined by pianist Stephen Hough, creating an ideal partnership that breathes new life into this intimate and expressive piece.
Recorded at the acoustically stunning LSO St Luke's, this album captures the full power and subtlety of Elgar's music. The Violin Concerto was recorded in September 2020, while the Violin Sonata was added to the album to provide a comprehensive look at Elgar's violin works. With a total runtime of 1 hour and 14 minutes, this album offers a deep dive into the romantic and evocative world of Edward Elgar, as interpreted by some of today's most celebrated classical musicians.
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