Violin Concerto in D Major, Op. 77: I. Allegro non troppoJohannes Brahms, Eugene Ormandy, Philadelphia Orchestra, Isaac Stern
Concerto for 2 Violins in D Minor, BWV 1043: II. Largo ma non tantoJohann Sebastian Bach, Pinchas Zukerman, Isaac Stern, Saint Paul Chamber Orchestra
Romance for Violin & Orchestra No. 1 in G Major, Op. 40Ludwig van Beethoven, Isaac Stern, Liszt Ferenc Kamarazenekar
Violin Concerto No. 1 in G Minor, Op. 26: II. AdagioMax Bruch, Isaac Stern, Eugene Ormandy, Philadelphia Orchestra
Violin Concerto in E Minor, Op. 64: III. Allegretto non troppo - Allegro molto vivaceFelix Mendelssohn, Isaac Stern, Eugene Ormandy, Philadelphia Orchestra
Violin Concerto, Op. 14: II. AndanteSamuel Barber, Isaac Stern, Leonard Bernstein, New York Philharmonic
Symphonie espagnole, Op. 21: V. Rondo. AllegroÉdouard Lalo, Isaac Stern, Eugene Ormandy, Philadelphia Orchestra
Violin Concerto in D Major, Op. 35: III. Finale. Allegro vivacissimoPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Eugene Ormandy, Isaac Stern, Philadelphia Orchestra
String Quintet in C Major, D. 956: I. Allegro ma non troppoFranz Schubert, Isaac Stern, Alexander Schneider, Milton Katims, Pablo Casals, Paul Tortelier
Piano Trio No. 7 in B-Flat Major, Op. 97 "Archduke": III. Andante cantabile ma però con motoLudwig van Beethoven, Eugene Istomin, Isaac Stern, Leonard Rose
Violin Sonata in G Minor, D. 408, Op. 137 No. 3: II. AndanteFranz Schubert, Isaac Stern, Daniel Barenboim
London Trio No. 2 in G Major, Hob. IV:2Joseph Haydn, Isaac Stern, Mstislav Rostropovich, Jean-Pierre Rampal
String Quintet No. 2 in G Major, Op. 111: I. Allegro non troppo, ma con brioJohannes Brahms, Isaac Stern, Cho-Liang Lin, Jaime Laredo, Michael Tree, Yo-Yo Ma
4 Romantic Pieces, Op. 75, B. 150: No. 1, Allegro moderatoAntonín Dvořák, Isaac Stern, Robert McDonald
Piano Trio No. 3 in C Minor, Op. 101: III. Andante graziosoJohannes Brahms, Isaac Stern, Eugene Istomin, Leonard Rose
Humoresque in G-Flat Major, Op. 101, No. 7 (Arranged for Violin & Orchestra)Antonín Dvořák, Isaac Stern, Milton Katims, Columbia Symphony Orchestra
14 Songs, Op. 34: No. 14, Vocalise (Arr. A. Harris for Violin & Orchestra)Sergei Rachmaninoff, Isaac Stern, Frank Brieff, Columbia Symphony Orchestra
String Quartet No. 2 in D Major: III. Nocturne. Andante (Arr. for Violin & Orchestra)Alexander Borodin, Frank Brieff, Isaac Stern, Columbia Symphony Orchestra
3 Old Viennese Dances: No. 2, Liebesleid (Arr. for Violin & Orchestra)Fritz Kreisler, Isaac Stern, Milton Katims, Columbia Symphony Orchestra
Violin Concerto in A Minor, BWV 1041: I. AllegroJohann Sebastian Bach, Isaac Stern, Alexander Schneider, English Chamber Orchestra
Violin Concerto in A Minor, BWV 1041: II. AndanteJohann Sebastian Bach, Isaac Stern, Alexander Schneider, English Chamber Orchestra
Violin Concerto in A Minor, BWV 1041: III. Allegro assaiJohann Sebastian Bach, Isaac Stern, Alexander Schneider, English Chamber Orchestra
Violin Concerto in E Major, BWV 1042: I. AllegroJohann Sebastian Bach, Isaac Stern, Alexander Schneider, English Chamber Orchestra
Violin Concerto in E Major, BWV 1042: II. AdagioJohann Sebastian Bach, Isaac Stern, English Chamber Orchestra, Alexander Schneider
Violin Concerto in E Major, BWV 1042: III. Allegro assaiJohann Sebastian Bach, Isaac Stern, Alexander Schneider, English Chamber Orchestra
Concerto for 2 Violins in D Minor, BWV 1043: I. VivaceJohann Sebastian Bach, Zubin Mehta, New York Philharmonic, Isaac Stern, Itzhak Perlman
Concerto for 2 Violins in D Minor, BWV 1043: II. Largo ma non tantoJohann Sebastian Bach, Zubin Mehta, New York Philharmonic, Isaac Stern, Itzhak Perlman
Concerto for 2 Violins in D Minor, BWV 1043: III. AllegroJohann Sebastian Bach, Zubin Mehta, New York Philharmonic, Isaac Stern, Itzhak Perlman
Concerto for Oboe & Violin in C Minor, BWV 1060R: I. AllegroJohann Sebastian Bach, Leonard Bernstein, Harold Gomberg, New York Philharmonic, Isaac Stern
Concerto for Oboe & Violin in C Minor, BWV 1060R: II. AdagioJohann Sebastian Bach, Leonard Bernstein, Harold Gomberg, New York Philharmonic, Isaac Stern
Concerto for Oboe & Violin in C Minor, BWV 1060R: III. AllegroJohann Sebastian Bach, Leonard Bernstein, Harold Gomberg, New York Philharmonic, Isaac Stern
"L'âme du violon" is a comprehensive and captivating collection of violin masterpieces, performed by the legendary Isaac Stern. Released on Sony Classical in 2008, this album spans an impressive 3 hours and 38 minutes, showcasing Stern's unparalleled virtuosity and deep connection with the instrument. The tracklist is a journey through the rich history of classical music, featuring works by composers such as Bach, Beethoven, Brahms, Dvořák, and Tchaikovsky, among others. From the stirring "Violin Concerto in D Major, Op. 77" by Brahms to the enchanting "Symphonie espagnole, Op. 21" by Lalo, each piece is a testament to Stern's technical prowess and artistic sensitivity. The album also includes lesser-known gems like the "Romance for Violin & Orchestra No. 1 in G Major, Op. 40" by Beethoven and the "Violin Sonata in G Minor, D. 408, Op. 137 No. 3" by Schubert, offering a diverse and enriching listening experience. Whether you're a seasoned classical enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, "L'âme du violon" is a treasure trove of musical excellence that will leave you inspired and enchanted."
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About Isaac Stern
Isaac Stern, born in 1920, was a towering figure in the world of classical music, renowned as both a virtuoso violinist and a charismatic performer. Beginning his violin studies at the age of eight, Stern's prodigious talent was evident early on, leading to his debut with the San Francisco Symphony at just 15. Throughout his career, Stern's captivating performances and recordings captivated audiences worldwide, earning him the distinction of being America's highest-paid and most politically influential violinist of his time. His repertoire spanned chamber music and solo works, with notable performances including Sibelius's Violin Concerto with André Previn and the London Symphony Orchestra. Stern's legacy endures as a testament to his artistry and the indelible mark he left on the classical music landscape.
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