Immerse yourself in the unparalleled artistry of Jascha Heifetz with this comprehensive 6-CD set, "Icon: Jascha Heifetz." Released by Warner Classics, this collection spans a staggering 5 hours and 15 minutes of pure musical brilliance, featuring 83 tracks that showcase Heifetz's virtuosity and deep musical insight. The album is a testament to Heifetz's legendary career, encompassing a wide range of classical masterpieces performed with his signature precision and expressive depth.
From the tender melodies of Bach's solo violin works to the dramatic flair of Tchaikovsky's Violin Concerto, Heifetz's interpretations are nothing short of breathtaking. The collection includes iconic pieces such as Sibelius's Violin Concerto in D Minor, Mendelssohn's Violin Concerto in E Minor, and Mozart's Violin Concertos No. 4 and No. 5, each performed with a technical mastery that has made Heifetz a household name in the world of classical music. Additionally, the album features lesser-known but equally captivating works by Glazunov, Saint-Saëns, and Bazzini, providing a well-rounded exploration of Heifetz's repertoire.
Heifetz's career was marked by his prodigious talent, having first performed the Mendelssohn concerto at the astonishing age of six. This collection captures the essence of his genius, offering both seasoned classical enthusiasts and newcomers to the genre a chance to experience the magic of Heifetz's playing. Whether you're drawn to the intricate beauty of Bach's compositions or the romantic fervor of Tchaikovsky's concertos, this album is a treasure trove of musical excellence.
Sibelius: Violin Concerto in D Minor, Op. 47: I. Allegro moderatoJean Sibelius, Jascha Heifetz, Sir Thomas Beecham, London Philharmonic Orchestra
Sibelius: Violin Concerto in D Minor, Op. 47: II. Adagio di moltoJean Sibelius, Jascha Heifetz, Sir Thomas Beecham, London Philharmonic Orchestra
Sibelius: Violin Concerto in D Minor, Op. 47: III. Allegro ma non tantoJean Sibelius, Jascha Heifetz, Sir Thomas Beecham, London Philharmonic Orchestra
Tchaikovsky: Violin Concerto in D Major, Op. 35: I. Allegro moderatoPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Jascha Heifetz, London Philharmonic Orchestra, Sir John Barbirolli
Tchaikovsky: Violin Concerto in D Major, Op. 35: II. Canzonetta. AndantePyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Jascha Heifetz, London Philharmonic Orchestra, Sir John Barbirolli
Tchaikovsky: Violin Concerto in D Major, Op. 35: III. Finale. Allegro vivacissimoPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Jascha Heifetz, London Philharmonic Orchestra, Sir John Barbirolli
Glazunov: Violin Concerto in A Minor, Op. 82: I. ModeratoAlexander Glazunov, Jascha Heifetz, London Philharmonic Orchestra, Sir John Barbirolli
Glazunov: Violin Concerto in A Minor, Op. 82: II. Andante sostenutoAlexander Glazunov, Jascha Heifetz, London Philharmonic Orchestra, Sir John Barbirolli
Glazunov: Violin Concerto in A Minor, Op. 82: III. Tempo primoAlexander Glazunov, Jascha Heifetz, London Philharmonic Orchestra, Sir John Barbirolli
Glazunov: Violin Concerto in A Minor, Op. 82: IV. AllegroAlexander Glazunov, Jascha Heifetz, London Philharmonic Orchestra, Sir John Barbirolli
Mozart: Violin Concerto No. 4 in D Major, K. 218: I. AllegroWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Jascha Heifetz, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, Sir Thomas Beecham
Mozart: Violin Concerto No. 4 in D Major, K. 218: II. Andante cantabileWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Jascha Heifetz, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, Sir Thomas Beecham
Mozart: Violin Concerto No. 4 in D Major, K. 218: III. Rondeau. Andante graziosoWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Jascha Heifetz, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, Sir Thomas Beecham
Mendelssohn: Violin Concerto in E Minor, Op. 64, MWV O14: I. Allegro molto appassionatoFelix Mendelssohn, Jascha Heifetz, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, Sir Thomas Beecham
Mendelssohn: Violin Concerto in E Minor, Op. 64, MWV O14: II. AndanteFelix Mendelssohn, Jascha Heifetz, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, Sir Thomas Beecham
Mendelssohn: Violin Concerto in E Minor, Op. 64, MWV O14: III. Allegretto non troppo - Allegro molto vivaceFelix Mendelssohn, Jascha Heifetz, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, Sir Thomas Beecham
Mozart: Violin Concerto No. 5 in A Major, K. 219 "Turkish": I. Allegro apertoWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Jascha Heifetz, London Philharmonic Orchestra, Sir John Barbirolli
Mozart: Violin Concerto No. 5 in A Major, K. 219 "Turkish": II. AdagioWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Jascha Heifetz, London Philharmonic Orchestra, Sir John Barbirolli
Mozart: Violin Concerto No. 5 in A Major, K. 219 "Turkish": III. Rondeau. Tempo di menuettoWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Jascha Heifetz, London Philharmonic Orchestra, Sir John Barbirolli
Violin Concerto No. 2 in D minor Op. 22 (1992 Digital Remaster): I. Allegro moderatoHenryk Wieniawski, Jascha Heifetz, London Philharmonic Orchestra, Sir John Barbirolli
Violin Concerto No. 2 in D minor Op. 22 (1992 Digital Remaster): II. Romance (Allegro non troppo)Henryk Wieniawski, Jascha Heifetz, London Philharmonic Orchestra, Sir John Barbirolli
Violin Concerto No. 2 in D minor Op. 22 (1992 Digital Remaster): III. Allegro con fuoco - Allegro moderatoHenryk Wieniawski, Jascha Heifetz, London Philharmonic Orchestra, Sir John Barbirolli
Violin Concerto in D minor Op. 31 (1992 Digital Remaster): I. Andante - CadenzaHenri Vieuxtemps, Jascha Heifetz, London Philharmonic Orchestra, Sir John Barbirolli
Violin Concerto in D minor Op. 31 (1992 Digital Remaster): II. Adagio religiosoHenri Vieuxtemps, Jascha Heifetz, London Philharmonic Orchestra, Sir John Barbirolli
Violin Concerto in D minor Op. 31 (1992 Digital Remaster): III. Scherzo (Vivace) & Trio (Meno mosso) - Vivace da capoHenri Vieuxtemps, Jascha Heifetz, London Philharmonic Orchestra, Sir John Barbirolli
Violin Concerto in D minor Op. 31 (1992 Digital Remaster): IV. Finale marciale (Andante - Allegro)Henri Vieuxtemps, Jascha Heifetz, London Philharmonic Orchestra, Sir John Barbirolli
Concerto for Violin and Orchestra No. 5 in A minor Op. 37: Allegro non troppoHenri Vieuxtemps, Jascha Heifetz, Sir Malcolm Sargent, London Symphony Orchestra
Concerto for Violin and Orchestra No. 5 in A minor Op. 37: CadenzaHenri Vieuxtemps, Jascha Heifetz, Sir Malcolm Sargent, London Symphony Orchestra
Concerto for Violin and Orchestra No. 5 in A minor Op. 37: AdagioHenri Vieuxtemps, Jascha Heifetz, Sir Malcolm Sargent, London Symphony Orchestra
Concerto for Violin and Orchestra No. 5 in A minor Op. 37: Allegro con fuocoHenri Vieuxtemps, Jascha Heifetz, Sir Malcolm Sargent, London Symphony Orchestra
Saint-Saëns: Introduction and Rondo capriccioso for Violin and Orchestra in A Minor, Op. 28Camille Saint-Saëns, Jascha Heifetz, London Philharmonic Orchestra, Sir John Barbirolli
Saint-Saëns: Havanaise, Op. 83Camille Saint-Saëns, Jascha Heifetz, Sir John Barbirolli, London Symphony Orchestra
Bach, JS: Sonata for Solo Violin No. 1 in G Minor, BWV 1001: I. AdagioJohann Sebastian Bach, Jascha Heifetz
Bach, JS: Sonata for Solo Violin No. 1 in G Minor, BWV 1001: II. Fuga. AllegroJohann Sebastian Bach, Jascha Heifetz
Bach, JS: Sonata for Solo Violin No. 1 in G Minor, BWV 1001: III. SicilianaJohann Sebastian Bach, Jascha Heifetz
Bach, JS: Sonata for Solo Violin No. 1 in G Minor, BWV 1001: IV. PrestoJohann Sebastian Bach, Jascha Heifetz
Bach, JS: Partita for Solo Violin No. 2 in D Minor, BWV 1004: I. AllemandeJohann Sebastian Bach, Jascha Heifetz
Bach, JS: Partita for Solo Violin No. 2 in D Minor, BWV 1004: II. CouranteJohann Sebastian Bach, Jascha Heifetz
Bach, JS: Partita for Solo Violin No. 2 in D Minor, BWV 1004: III. SarabandeJohann Sebastian Bach, Jascha Heifetz
Bach, JS: Partita for Solo Violin No. 2 in D Minor, BWV 1004: IV. GigueJohann Sebastian Bach, Jascha Heifetz
Bach, JS: Partita for Solo Violin No. 2 in D Minor, BWV 1004: V. ChaconneJohann Sebastian Bach, Jascha Heifetz
Bach, JS: Sonata for Solo Violin No. 3 in C Major, BWV 1005: I. AdagioJohann Sebastian Bach, Jascha Heifetz
Bach, JS: Sonata for Solo Violin No. 3 in C Major, BWV 1005: II. FugaJohann Sebastian Bach, Jascha Heifetz
Bach, JS: Sonata for Solo Violin No. 3 in C Major, BWV 1005: III. LargoJohann Sebastian Bach, Jascha Heifetz
Bach, JS: Sonata for Solo Violin No. 3 in C Major, BWV 1005: IV. Allegro assaiJohann Sebastian Bach, Jascha Heifetz
Partita No.3 in E, BWV 1006 - IV. Menuets I & II - 1992 Remastered VersionJohann Sebastian Bach, Jascha Heifetz
Sarabande from English Suite No.3 in G minor BWV 808 - 1992 Remastered VersionJohann Sebastian Bach, Jascha Heifetz
Largo in C minor (arr. Georges Dandelot) - 1993 Remastered VersionLouis-Nicolas Clérambault, Jascha Heifetz
Bazzini: Scherzo fantastique, Op. 25, "La ronde des lutins"Antonio Bazzini, Jascha Heifetz
Strauss, R / Arr. Heifetz for Violin and Piano: Stimmungsbilder, Op. 9: No. 2, An einsamer QuelleRichard Strauss, Jascha Heifetz, Arpád Sándor
Jascha Heifetz, a name synonymous with violin virtuosity, was a Russian-born American violinist who captivated audiences worldwide with his unparalleled technique and artistic sensitivity. Born in Vilnius, Heifetz was a child prodigy, honing his skills in the Russian classical violin style in St. Petersburg before moving to the United States as a teenager. His Carnegie Hall debut in 1917 was a sensation, leaving fellow violinist Fritz Kreisler in awe, stating that others might as well retire their instruments. Heifetz's career spanned over six decades, during which he performed extensively, recorded prolifically, and even served with the USO during wartime. His influence on generations of musicians is immeasurable, and his legacy continues to inspire. Heifetz's mastery extended beyond performance; he was also a respected teacher and a man of diverse interests, from electric car innovation to sailing. His 1731 Stradivari violin, known as the "Heifetz, Piel," is a testament to his extraordinary career. Heifetz passed away in 1987, leaving behind a rich musical heritage that includes numerous recordings and transcriptions, and a legacy that endures in the hearts of classical music enthusiasts worldwide.
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