Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Benjamin Godard's romantic compositions with this captivating album, released on Naxos in 2008. Spanning a little over an hour, this collection showcases Godard's prowess in blending lyrical melodies with technical virtuosity, reminiscent of the great romantics Schumann and Mendelssohn.
The album opens with Godard's Violin Concerto No. 2 in G Minor, Op. 131, a three-movement work that highlights the violin's expressive range. The concerto is followed by the Concerto Romantique, Op. 35, a four-movement piece that further exemplifies Godard's romantic style. The final part of the album is dedicated to Scenes Poetiques, Op. 46, a suite of four short pieces that paint vivid musical landscapes, from the whispering woods to the bustling village.
Performed by the talented violinist Chloe Hanslip and the Slovak Radio Symphony Orchestra under the baton of Karol Kopernicky, this album is a testament to Godard's enduring appeal. Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album offers a delightful journey through the romantic repertoire.
2008 Naxos2008 (P) Naxos
Tracks
Violin Concerto No. 2 in G Minor, Op. 131: I. Allegro moderatoBenjamin Godard, Chloë Hanslip, Slovak State Philharmonic Orchestra, Kirk Trevor
Violin Concerto No. 2 in G Minor, Op. 131: No. 2, Adagio quasi andanteBenjamin Godard, Chloë Hanslip, Slovak State Philharmonic Orchestra, Kirk Trevor
Violin Concerto No. 2 in G Minor, Op. 131: III. Allegro non troppoBenjamin Godard, Chloë Hanslip, Slovak State Philharmonic Orchestra, Kirk Trevor
Concerto romantique, Op. 35: I. Allegro moderatoBenjamin Godard, Chloë Hanslip, Slovak State Philharmonic Orchestra, Kirk Trevor
Concerto romantique, Op. 35: II. Adagio non troppoBenjamin Godard, Chloë Hanslip, Slovak State Philharmonic Orchestra, Kirk Trevor
Concerto romantique, Op. 35: III. Canzonetta. Allegretto moderatoBenjamin Godard, Chloë Hanslip, Slovak State Philharmonic Orchestra, Kirk Trevor
Concerto romantique, Op. 35: IV. Allegro moltoBenjamin Godard, Chloë Hanslip, Slovak State Philharmonic Orchestra, Kirk Trevor
Scenes poetiques, Op. 46: No. 1, Dans les boisBenjamin Godard, Slovak State Philharmonic Orchestra, Kirk Trevor
Scenes poetiques, Op. 46: No. 2, Dans les champsBenjamin Godard, Slovak State Philharmonic Orchestra, Kirk Trevor
Scenes poetiques, Op. 46: No. 3, Sur la montagneBenjamin Godard, Slovak State Philharmonic Orchestra, Kirk Trevor
Scenes poetiques, Op. 46: No. 4, Au villageBenjamin Godard, Slovak State Philharmonic Orchestra, Kirk Trevor
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