Immerse yourself in the timeless brilliance of Jascha Heifetz with the album "Vieuxtemps: Violin Concertos Nos. 4 and 5." This exquisite collection, released on January 17, 2001, by Naxos, showcases Heifetz's unparalleled mastery of the violin through a series of captivating performances. The album features two of Henry Vieuxtemps' most celebrated violin concertos, the Fourth in D Minor, Op. 31, and the Fifth in A Minor, Op. 37, "Gretry," along with additional pieces such as "Introduction and Rondo Capriccioso, Op. 28," "Havanaise, Op. 83," "Zigeunerweisen, Op. 20," and the "Carmen Fantasie: "Carmen" Fantasy."
Heifetz, a legendary figure in the world of classical music, brings his distinctive virtuosity and interpretive depth to these works, recorded between 1935 and 1947. The album spans a total of 76 minutes, offering a rich tapestry of sound that highlights Heifetz's technical prowess and emotional resonance. Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album is a testament to the enduring power of Heifetz's artistry and the enduring appeal of Vieuxtemps' compositions.
2001 Naxos2001 Naxos
Tracks
Violin Concerto No. 4 in D Minor, Op. 31: I. Andante - Moderato - CadenzaHenri Vieuxtemps, Jascha Heifetz, London Philharmonic Orchestra, Sir John Barbirolli
Violin Concerto No. 4 in D Minor, Op. 31: II. Adagio religiosoHenri Vieuxtemps, Jascha Heifetz, London Philharmonic Orchestra, Sir John Barbirolli
Violin Concerto No. 4 in D Minor, Op. 31: III. Scherzo: TrioHenri Vieuxtemps, Jascha Heifetz, London Philharmonic Orchestra, Sir John Barbirolli
Violin Concerto No. 4 in D Minor, Op. 31: IV. Finale marziale: AllegroHenri Vieuxtemps, Jascha Heifetz, London Philharmonic Orchestra, Sir John Barbirolli
Violin Concerto No. 5 in A Minor, Op. 37, "Gretry": Allegro non troppo -Henri Vieuxtemps, Jascha Heifetz, London Symphony Orchestra, Sir Malcolm Sargent
Violin Concerto No. 5 in A Minor, Op. 37, "Gretry": Cadenza -Henri Vieuxtemps, Jascha Heifetz, London Symphony Orchestra, Sir Malcolm Sargent
Violin Concerto No. 5 in A Minor, Op. 37, "Gretry": Adagio -Henri Vieuxtemps, Jascha Heifetz, London Symphony Orchestra, Sir Malcolm Sargent
Violin Concerto No. 5 in A Minor, Op. 37, "Gretry": Allegro con fuocoHenri Vieuxtemps, Jascha Heifetz, London Symphony Orchestra, Sir Malcolm Sargent
Introduction and Rondo Capriccioso, Op. 28Camille Saint-Saëns, Jascha Heifetz, London Philharmonic Orchestra, Sir John Barbirolli
Havanaise, Op. 83Camille Saint-Saëns, Jascha Heifetz, London Symphony Orchestra, Sir John Barbirolli
Zigeunerweisen, Op. 20Pablo de Sarasate, Jascha Heifetz, London Symphony Orchestra, Sir John Barbirolli
Carmen Fantasie: "Carmen" Fantasy (Based On Themes From Bizet's Opera)Franz Waxman, Jascha Heifetz, RCA Victor Orchestra, Sir John Barbirolli
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