Nicola Benedetti, the acclaimed violinist, joins forces with Kirill Karabits and the Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra to present "The Silver Violin," a captivating classical album released on January 1, 2012, under Decca Music Group Ltd. This album, which became the best-selling classical album of 2012, is a testament to Benedetti's virtuosity and the orchestra's exceptional skill.
The album spans a diverse range of compositions, from the hauntingly beautiful "Main Theme (From 'Schindler's List')" to the lively "Violin Concerto in D Major, Op. 35" by Erich Wolfgang Korngold. The latter, a centerpiece of the album, is built around Korngold's Oscar-winning score for the film "Anthony Adverse." Other notable tracks include the romantic "Por una cabeza" and the enchanting "Main Theme (From 'Ladies in Lavender')."
With a duration of 1 hour and 17 minutes, "The Silver Violin" offers a rich and varied listening experience. Benedetti's performance is praised for its beauty and precision, making this album a standout in her discography. Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album promises a delightful journey through some of the most compelling works in the classical repertoire.
Die tote Stadt: Tanzlied des Pierrot (Arr. Franz Willms)Erich Wolfgang Korngold, Nicola Benedetti, Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra, Kirill Karabits
Por una cabeza (Arr. Lenehan)Carlos Gardel, Nicola Benedetti, Ksenija Sidorova, Alexander Sitkovetsky, Leonard Elschenbroich, Alexei Grynyuk
The Gadfly, Op. 97: III. Youth. RomanceDmitri Shostakovich, Nicola Benedetti, Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra, Kirill Karabits
Violin Concerto in D Major, Op. 35: I. Moderato nobileErich Wolfgang Korngold, Nicola Benedetti, Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra, Kirill Karabits
Violin Concerto in D Major, Op. 35: II. Romance. AndanteErich Wolfgang Korngold, Nicola Benedetti, Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra, Kirill Karabits
Violin Concerto in D Major, Op. 35: III. Finale. Allegro assai vivaceErich Wolfgang Korngold, Nicola Benedetti, Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra, Kirill Karabits
Main Theme (From "Ladies in Lavender")Nigel Hess, Nicola Benedetti, Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra, Kirill Karabits
The Counterplan, Op. 33: II. AndanteDmitri Shostakovich, Nicola Benedetti, Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra, Kirill Karabits
My Edward & I (From "Jayne Eyre")Dario Marianelli, Nicola Benedetti, Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra, Kirill Karabits, Alexei Grynyuk