Dive into the world of Eugène Ysaÿe with "Les Furies," a captivating collection of his renowned solo violin sonatas. Released in 2017, this album showcases Ysaÿe's mastery of the violin and his unique compositional voice, offering a rich and immersive experience for classical music enthusiasts. The album features all six sonatas from Ysaÿe's Op. 27, each dedicated to a contemporary violinist and composed in 1923. From the hauntingly beautiful "Obsession" to the fiery "Les Furies," this album is a testament to Ysaÿe's virtuosity and his enduring influence on the world of classical music. With a duration of 1 hour and 17 minutes, "Les Furies" is a comprehensive exploration of Ysaÿe's solo violin works, performed with exquisite skill by Viktoria Elisabeth Kaunzner. Whether you're a longtime fan of Ysaÿe's music or a newcomer to his compositions, this album is sure to captivate and inspire.
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Tracks
Violin Sonata in G Minor, Op. 27 No. 1: I. Grave: Lento assaiEugène Ysaÿe, Viktoria Elisabeth Kaunzner
Violin Sonata in G Minor, Op. 27 No. 1: II. Fugato: Molto moderatoEugène Ysaÿe, Viktoria Elisabeth Kaunzner
Violin Sonata in G Minor, Op. 27 No. 1: III. Allegretto poco scherzoso: AmabileEugène Ysaÿe, Viktoria Elisabeth Kaunzner
Violin Sonata in G Minor, Op. 27 No. 1: IV. Finale con brio: Allegro fermoEugène Ysaÿe, Viktoria Elisabeth Kaunzner
Violin Sonata in A Minor, Op. 27 No. 2: I. Prelude, "Obsession": Poco vivaceEugène Ysaÿe, Viktoria Elisabeth Kaunzner
Violin Sonata in A Minor, Op. 27 No. 2: II. Malinconia: Poco LentoEugène Ysaÿe, Viktoria Elisabeth Kaunzner
Violin Sonata in A Minor, Op. 27 No. 2: III. Sarabande: Lento, "Danse des ombres" (Dance of the shades)Eugène Ysaÿe, Viktoria Elisabeth Kaunzner
Violin Sonata in A Minor, Op. 27 No. 2: IV. Les Furies: Allegro furiosoEugène Ysaÿe, Viktoria Elisabeth Kaunzner
Violin Sonata in D Minor, Op. 27, No. 3, "Ballade"Eugène Ysaÿe, Viktoria Elisabeth Kaunzner
Violin Sonata in E Minor, Op. 27 No. 4: I. Allemanda: Lento maestosoEugène Ysaÿe, Viktoria Elisabeth Kaunzner
Violin Sonata in E Minor, Op. 27 No. 4: II. Sarabande: Quasi lentoEugène Ysaÿe, Viktoria Elisabeth Kaunzner
Violin Sonata in E Minor, Op. 27 No. 4: III. Finale: Presto ma non troppoEugène Ysaÿe, Viktoria Elisabeth Kaunzner
Violin Sonata in G Major, Op. 27 No. 5: I. L'Aurore: Lento assaiEugène Ysaÿe, Viktoria Elisabeth Kaunzner
Violin Sonata in G Major, Op. 27 No. 5: II. Danse rustique: Allegro giocoso molto moderato - III. Moderato amabile - Tempo I - Poco piu mossoEugène Ysaÿe, Viktoria Elisabeth Kaunzner
Violin Sonata in E Major, Op. 27, No. 6Eugène Ysaÿe, Viktoria Elisabeth Kaunzner
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