Joshua Bell, the celebrated violinist with a career spanning nearly four decades, presents a captivating performance in "Brahms & Schumann: Violin Concertos." Released in 1996 under the Decca Music Group Ltd. label, this classical album showcases Bell's mastery and artistry through two iconic violin concertos. The album features the Violin Concerto in D Major, Op. 77 by Johannes Brahms and the Violin Concerto in D Minor, WoO 1 by Robert Schumann, both accompanied by The Cleveland Orchestra under the direction of Christoph von Dohnányi. With a total duration of 1 hour and 7 minutes, the album offers a rich and immersive listening experience. Bell's interpretation of these timeless pieces is a testament to his virtuosity and deep musical insight, making this a standout release in his illustrious career.
Violin Concerto in D Major, Op. 77: I. Allegro non troppo (Cadenza: Bell)Johannes Brahms, Joshua Bell, The Cleveland Orchestra, Christoph von Dohnányi
Violin Concerto in D Major, Op. 77: II. AdagioJohannes Brahms, Joshua Bell, The Cleveland Orchestra, Christoph von Dohnányi
Violin Concerto in D Major, Op. 77: III. Allegro giocoso, ma non troppo vivaceJohannes Brahms, Joshua Bell, The Cleveland Orchestra, Christoph von Dohnányi
Violin Concerto in D Minor, WoO 1: I. In kräftigem, nicht zu schnellem TempoRobert Schumann, Joshua Bell, The Cleveland Orchestra, Christoph von Dohnányi
Violin Concerto in D Minor, WoO 1: II. Langsam –Robert Schumann, Joshua Bell, The Cleveland Orchestra, Christoph von Dohnányi
Violin Concerto in D Minor, WoO 1: III. Lebhaft, doch nicht schnellRobert Schumann, Joshua Bell, The Cleveland Orchestra, Christoph von Dohnányi