Leonid Kogan's "Grand Collection. Vol. 21–26" is a comprehensive and captivating journey through the world of chamber music, set for release on November 8, 2024, by JSC "Firma Melodiya." This extensive collection spans an impressive 4 hours and 38 minutes, showcasing Kogan's virtuosity and versatility as a violinist.
The album features a diverse array of compositions, including concertos by Johann Sebastian Bach and Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, sonatas by Bach, Franz Schubert, and Camille Saint-Saëns, and shorter pieces such as Ravel's "Tzigane" and Sarasate's "Zigeunerweisen." Kogan's interpretations are marked by technical brilliance and deep musical insight, making this collection a testament to his enduring legacy as one of the most celebrated violinists of the 20th century.
Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album offers a rich and rewarding listening experience. Kogan's mastery of the violin shines through in every note, making "Grand Collection. Vol. 21–26" a must-explore addition to any music lover's library.
Violin Concerto No. 1 in A Minor, BWV 1041: I. AllegroJohann Sebastian Bach, Leonid Kogan, Rudolf Barshai, Moscow Chamber Orchestra
Violin Concerto No. 1 in A Minor, BWV 1041: II. AndanteJohann Sebastian Bach, Leonid Kogan, Rudolf Barshai, Moscow Chamber Orchestra
Violin Concerto No. 1 in A Minor, BWV 1041: III. Allegro assaiJohann Sebastian Bach, Leonid Kogan, Rudolf Barshai, Moscow Chamber Orchestra
Violin Concerto No. 2 in E Major, BWV 1042: I. AllegroJohann Sebastian Bach, Leonid Kogan, Rudolf Barshai, Moscow Chamber Orchestra
Violin Concerto No. 2 in E Major, BWV 1042: II. AdagioJohann Sebastian Bach, Leonid Kogan, Rudolf Barshai, Moscow Chamber Orchestra
Violin Concerto No. 2 in E Major, BWV 1042: III. Allegro assaiJohann Sebastian Bach, Leonid Kogan, Rudolf Barshai, Moscow Chamber Orchestra
Violin Concerto No. 3 in G Major, K. 216: I. AllegroWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Leonid Kogan, Rudolf Barshai, Moscow Chamber Orchestra
Violin Concerto No. 3 in G Major, K. 216: II. AdagioWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Leonid Kogan, Rudolf Barshai, Moscow Chamber Orchestra
Violin Concerto No. 3 in G Major, K. 216: III. Rondeau - AllegroWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Leonid Kogan, Rudolf Barshai, Moscow Chamber Orchestra
Violin Concerto No. 5 in A Major, K. 219: I. Allegro apertoWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Leonid Kogan, Rudolf Barshai, Moscow Chamber Orchestra
Violin Concerto No. 5 in A Major, K. 219: II. AdagioWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Leonid Kogan, Rudolf Barshai, Moscow Chamber Orchestra
Violin Concerto No. 5 in A Major, K. 219: III. Rondeau - Tempo di MenuettoWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Leonid Kogan, Rudolf Barshai, Moscow Chamber Orchestra
Violin Sonata No. 3 in C Minor, Op. 45: I. Allegro molto ed appassionatoEdvard Grieg, Leonid Kogan, Naum Walter
Violin Sonata No. 3 in C Minor, Op. 45: II. Allegretto espressivo alla Romanza- Allegro moltoEdvard Grieg, Leonid Kogan, Naum Walter
Violin Sonata No. 3 in C Minor, Op. 45: III. Allegro animatoEdvard Grieg, Leonid Kogan, Naum Walter
Violin Sonata in A Major, FWV 8: I. Allegretto ben moderatoCésar Franck, Leonid Kogan, Naum Walter
Violin Sonata in A Major, FWV 8: II. AllegroCésar Franck, Leonid Kogan, Naum Walter
Violin Sonata in A Major, FWV 8: III. Recitativo-Fantasia - Ben moderatoCésar Franck, Leonid Kogan, Naum Walter
Violin Sonata in A Major, FWV 8: IV. Allegretto poco mossoCésar Franck, Leonid Kogan, Naum Walter
Nocturne and Tarantella, Op. 28Karol Szymanowski, Leonid Kogan, Naum Walter
Ballade for Violin and PianoVyacheslav Ovchinnikov, Leonid Kogan, Naum Walter
Tzigane, M. 76Maurice Ravel, Leonid Kogan, Naum Walter
Four Impromptus, op. 90, D. 899: No. 3 in G-Flat Major (Arr. Jascha Heifetz)Franz Schubert, Leonid Kogan, Naum Walter
Spanish Dances, Op. 22: No. 1, Romanza AndaluzaPablo de Sarasate, Leonid Kogan, Naum Walter
Hungarian Dances, Book 4, WoO 1: No. 17 in C-Sharp MinorJohannes Brahms, Fritz Kreisler, Leonid Kogan, Naum Walter
2 Pezzi, Op. 24: No. 2, Serenata napoletanaGiovanni Sgambati, Leonid Kogan, Naum Walter
Violin Sonata No. 1 in B Minor, BWV 1014: I. AdagioJohann Sebastian Bach, Leonid Kogan, Karl Richter
Violin Sonata No. 1 in B Minor, BWV 1014: II. AllegroJohann Sebastian Bach, Leonid Kogan, Karl Richter
Violin Sonata No. 1 in B Minor, BWV 1014: III. AndanteJohann Sebastian Bach, Leonid Kogan, Karl Richter
Violin Sonata No. 1 in B Minor, BWV 1014: IV. AllegroJohann Sebastian Bach, Leonid Kogan, Karl Richter
Violin Sonata No. 2 in A Major, BWV 1015: I. [Andante]Johann Sebastian Bach, Leonid Kogan, Karl Richter
Violin Sonata No. 2 in A Major, BWV 1015: II. Allegro assaiJohann Sebastian Bach, Leonid Kogan, Karl Richter
Violin Sonata No. 2 in A Major, BWV 1015: III. Andante un pocoJohann Sebastian Bach, Leonid Kogan, Karl Richter
Violin Sonata No. 2 in A Major, BWV 1015: IV. PrestoJohann Sebastian Bach, Leonid Kogan, Karl Richter
Violin Sonata No. 3 in E Major, BWV 1016: I. AdagioJohann Sebastian Bach, Leonid Kogan, Karl Richter
Violin Sonata No. 3 in E Major, BWV 1016: II. AllegroJohann Sebastian Bach, Leonid Kogan, Karl Richter
Violin Sonata No. 3 in E Major, BWV 1016: III. Adagio ma non tantoJohann Sebastian Bach, Leonid Kogan, Karl Richter
Violin Sonata No. 3 in E Major, BWV 1016: IV. AllegroJohann Sebastian Bach, Leonid Kogan, Karl Richter
Violin Sonata No. 4 in C Minor, BWV 1017: I. LargoJohann Sebastian Bach, Leonid Kogan, Karl Richter
Violin Sonata No. 4 in C Minor, BWV 1017: II. AllegroJohann Sebastian Bach, Leonid Kogan, Karl Richter
Violin Sonata No. 4 in C Minor, BWV 1017: III. AdagioJohann Sebastian Bach, Leonid Kogan, Karl Richter
Violin Sonata No. 4 in C Minor, BWV 1017: IV. AllegroJohann Sebastian Bach, Leonid Kogan, Karl Richter
Violin Sonata No. 5 in F Minor, BWV 1018: I. [Largo]Johann Sebastian Bach, Leonid Kogan, Karl Richter
Violin Sonata No. 5 in F Minor, BWV 1018: II. AllegroJohann Sebastian Bach, Leonid Kogan, Karl Richter
Violin Sonata No. 5 in F Minor, BWV 1018: III. AdagioJohann Sebastian Bach, Leonid Kogan, Karl Richter
Violin Sonata No. 5 in F Minor, BWV 1018: IV. VivaceJohann Sebastian Bach, Leonid Kogan, Karl Richter
Violin Sonata No. 6 in G Major, BWV 1019: I. AllegroJohann Sebastian Bach, Leonid Kogan, Karl Richter
Violin Sonata No. 6 in G Major, BWV 1019: II. LargoJohann Sebastian Bach, Leonid Kogan, Karl Richter
Violin Sonata No. 6 in G Major, BWV 1019: III. AllegroJohann Sebastian Bach, Leonid Kogan, Karl Richter
Violin Sonata No. 6 in G Major, BWV 1019: IV. AdagioJohann Sebastian Bach, Leonid Kogan, Karl Richter