Festival de Strasbourg, Prokoviev - Ravel - Tchaikovsky - Mozart - Bach, Concert du 01/06/1959, Orchestre National de la RTF, Ernest Bour , David Oistrakh

Immerse yourself in a timeless concert experience with the Orchestre National de la RTF, led by the esteemed conductor Ernest Bour and featuring the virtuoso violinist David Oistrakh. This album, recorded on June 1, 1959, at the Festival de Strasbourg, showcases a magnificent blend of classical masterpieces by Prokofiev, Ravel, Tchaikovsky, Mozart, and Bach.

The concert opens with Sergei Prokofiev's Violin Concerto No. 1 in D major, Op. 19, a work that beautifully balances lyricism and technical brilliance. Following this, Maurice Ravel's "Tzigane," a rhapsody that captures the essence of Gypsy music, is performed with captivating flair.

Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky's Violin Concerto in D major, Op. 35, takes center stage, with its rich melodies and virtuosic passages expertly brought to life by Oistrakh. The concert concludes with enchanting pieces by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart and Johann Sebastian Bach, including Mozart's Rondo for Violin and Orchestra in C major, K. 373, and Bach's Violin Concerto in E major, BWV 1042.

This historic recording, released by Ina, musique(s) on November 22, 2016, offers a rare opportunity to witness a legendary performance by some of the most celebrated names in classical music. With a duration of 1 hour and 19 minutes, this album is a treasure trove of musical excellence, perfect for both seasoned classical enthusiasts and newcomers alike.