Itzhak Perlman/Orchestre de Paris/Jean Martinon/Abbey Road Ensemble/Lawrence Foster

Itzhak Perlman, a renowned violin virtuoso, collaborates with the Orchestre de Paris, Abbey Road Ensemble, and conductors Jean Martinon and Lawrence Foster in "The French Album," a captivating collection of French classical masterpieces. This album, released in 2003, showcases Perlman's exceptional artistry alongside the rich, resonant sounds of the Orchestre de Paris and the precise, polished performances of the Abbey Road Ensemble. The album features a mix of works by celebrated French composers, including Camille Saint-Saëns, Ernest Chausson, Jules Massenet, and Maurice Ravel. With tracks like the meditative "Méditation" from Thaïs and the lively "Introduction et rondo capriccioso," this album offers a delightful journey through the romantic and impressionistic landscapes of French classical music.