Anne-Sophie Mutter, one of the most celebrated violinists of our time, presents "Queen of the Violin," a comprehensive collection that showcases her extraordinary artistry and versatility. This album, released on November 18, 2022, under Warner Classics, is a testament to Mutter's profound musical journey, spanning from the Baroque era to the 20th century.
The album features a diverse range of compositions, including works by Mozart, Bach, Brahms, Prokofiev, and more. Each piece is meticulously performed, demonstrating Mutter's technical brilliance and emotional depth. The tracklist includes iconic violin concertos, sonatas, and other chamber works, such as Mozart's Violin Concerto No. 1 in B-Flat Major, Bach's Concerto for Two Violins in D Minor, Brahms' Violin Sonata No. 3 in D Minor, and Prokofiev's Violin Concerto No. 1 in D Major.
"Queen of the Violin" is not just a compilation of Mutter's performances; it is a celebration of her collaborative spirit. The album features recordings with renowned musicians and orchestras, including Seiji Ozawa, Mstislav Rostropovich, and Manfred Honeck, among others. The live recording with Manfred Honeck, the Czech Philharmonic, and Pablo Ferrández is particularly noteworthy, adding a dynamic and vibrant energy to the collection.
With a total duration of 5 hours and 3 minutes, this album offers an extensive exploration of Mutter's repertoire. Whether you are a long-time admirer of Anne-Sophie Mutter or a newcomer to her work, "Queen of the Violin" provides a captivating and enriching listening experience. Dive into the world of classical music with one of its most esteemed ambassadors and let the enchanting melodies and virtuosic performances transport you to a realm of musical excellence.
Mozart: Violin Concerto No. 1 in B-Flat Major, K. 207: I. Allegro moderatoWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Anne-Sophie Mutter, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
Mozart: Violin Concerto No. 1 in B-Flat Major, K. 207: II. AdagioWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Anne-Sophie Mutter, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
Mozart: Violin Concerto No. 1 in B-Flat Major, K. 207: III. PrestoWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Anne-Sophie Mutter, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
Bach, JS: Concerto for Two Violins in D Minor, BWV 1043: I. VivaceJohann Sebastian Bach, Anne-Sophie Mutter, Leslie Pearson, Salvatore Accardo, English Chamber Orchestra
Bach, JS: Concerto for Two Violins in D Minor, BWV 1043: II. Largo ma non tantoJohann Sebastian Bach, Anne-Sophie Mutter, Leslie Pearson, Salvatore Accardo, English Chamber Orchestra
Bach, JS: Concerto for Two Violins in D Minor, BWV 1043: III. AllegroJohann Sebastian Bach, Anne-Sophie Mutter, Leslie Pearson, Salvatore Accardo, English Chamber Orchestra
Brahms: Violin Sonata No. 3 in D Minor, Op. 108: I. AllegroJohannes Brahms, Anne-Sophie Mutter, Alexis Weissenberg
Brahms: Violin Sonata No. 3 in D Minor, Op. 108: II. AdagioJohannes Brahms, Anne-Sophie Mutter, Alexis Weissenberg
Brahms: Violin Sonata No. 3 in D Minor, Op. 108: III. Un poco presto e con sentimentoJohannes Brahms, Anne-Sophie Mutter, Alexis Weissenberg
Brahms: Violin Sonata No. 3 in D Minor, Op. 108: IV. Presto agitatoJohannes Brahms, Anne-Sophie Mutter, Alexis Weissenberg
Sarasate: Zigeunerweisen, Op. 20Pablo de Sarasate, Anne-Sophie Mutter, Orchestre National De France, Seiji Ozawa
Prokofiev: Violin Concerto No. 1 in D Major, Op. 19: I. AndantinoSergei Prokofiev, Anne-Sophie Mutter, Mstislav Rostropovich, National Symphony Orchestra
Prokofiev: Violin Concerto No. 1 in D Major, Op. 19: II. Scherzo. VivacissimoSergei Prokofiev, Anne-Sophie Mutter, Mstislav Rostropovich, National Symphony Orchestra
Prokofiev: Violin Concerto No. 1 in D Major, Op. 19: III. ModeratoSergei Prokofiev, Anne-Sophie Mutter, Mstislav Rostropovich, National Symphony Orchestra
Mozart: Adagio for Violin and Orchestra in E Major, K. 261Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Anne-Sophie Mutter, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
Mozart: Sinfonia concertante for Violin and Viola in E-Flat Major, K. 364: I. Allegro maestosoWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Anne-Sophie Mutter, Bruno Giuranna, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
Mozart: Sinfonia concertante for Violin and Viola in E-Flat Major, K. 364: II. AndanteWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Anne-Sophie Mutter, Bruno Giuranna, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
Mozart: Sinfonia concertante for Violin and Viola in E-Flat Major, K. 364: III. PrestoWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Anne-Sophie Mutter, Bruno Giuranna, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Sir Neville Marriner
Bach, JS: Violin Concerto No. 1 in A Minor, BWV 1041: I. —Johann Sebastian Bach, Anne-Sophie Mutter, Leslie Pearson, Salvatore Accardo, English Chamber Orchestra
Bach, JS: Violin Concerto No. 1 in A Minor, BWV 1041: II. AndanteJohann Sebastian Bach, Anne-Sophie Mutter, Leslie Pearson, Salvatore Accardo, English Chamber Orchestra
Bach, JS: Violin Concerto No. 1 in A Minor, BWV 1041: III. Allegro assaiJohann Sebastian Bach, Anne-Sophie Mutter, Leslie Pearson, Salvatore Accardo, English Chamber Orchestra
Brahms: Violin Sonata No. 1 in G Major, Op. 78: I. Vivace ma non troppoJohannes Brahms, Anne-Sophie Mutter, Alexis Weissenberg
Brahms: Violin Sonata No. 1 in G Major, Op. 78: II. AdagioJohannes Brahms, Anne-Sophie Mutter, Alexis Weissenberg
Brahms: Violin Sonata No. 1 in G Major, Op. 78: III. Allegro molto moderatoJohannes Brahms, Anne-Sophie Mutter, Alexis Weissenberg
Lalo: Symphonie espagnole, Op. 21: I. Allegro non troppoÉdouard Lalo, Anne-Sophie Mutter, Orchestre National De France, Seiji Ozawa
Lalo: Symphonie espagnole, Op. 21: II. Scherzando. Allegro moltoÉdouard Lalo, Anne-Sophie Mutter, Orchestre National De France, Seiji Ozawa
Lalo: Symphonie espagnole, Op. 21: III. Intermezzo. Allegro non troppoÉdouard Lalo, Anne-Sophie Mutter, Orchestre National De France, Seiji Ozawa
Lalo: Symphonie espagnole, Op. 21: IV. AndanteÉdouard Lalo, Anne-Sophie Mutter, Orchestre National De France, Seiji Ozawa
Lalo: Symphonie espagnole, Op. 21: V. Rondo. AllegroÉdouard Lalo, Anne-Sophie Mutter, Orchestre National De France, Seiji Ozawa
Mozart: Violin Concerto No. 2 in D Major, K. 211: I. Allegro moderatoWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Anne-Sophie Mutter, Riccardo Muti, Philharmonia Orchestra
Mozart: Violin Concerto No. 2 in D Major, K. 211: II. AndanteWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Anne-Sophie Mutter, Riccardo Muti, Philharmonia Orchestra
Mozart: Violin Concerto No. 2 in D Major, K. 211: III. Rondeau. AllegroWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Anne-Sophie Mutter, Riccardo Muti, Philharmonia Orchestra
Glazunov: Violin Concerto in A Minor, Op. 82Alexander Glazunov, Anne-Sophie Mutter, Mstislav Rostropovich, National Symphony Orchestra
Bach, JS: Violin Concerto No. 2 in E Major, BWV 1042: I. AllegroJohann Sebastian Bach, Anne-Sophie Mutter, Leslie Pearson, Salvatore Accardo, English Chamber Orchestra
Bach, JS: Violin Concerto No. 2 in E Major, BWV 1042: II. AdagioJohann Sebastian Bach, Anne-Sophie Mutter, Leslie Pearson, Salvatore Accardo, English Chamber Orchestra
Bach, JS: Violin Concerto No. 2 in E Major, BWV 1042: III. Allegro assaiJohann Sebastian Bach, Anne-Sophie Mutter, Leslie Pearson, Salvatore Accardo, English Chamber Orchestra
Brahms: Violin Sonata No. 2 in A Major, Op. 100: I. Allegro amabileJohannes Brahms, Anne-Sophie Mutter, Alexis Weissenberg
Brahms: Violin Sonata No. 2 in A Major, Op. 100: II. Andante tranquillo - VivaceJohannes Brahms, Anne-Sophie Mutter, Alexis Weissenberg
Brahms: Violin Sonata No. 2 in A Major, Op. 100: III. Allegretto grazioso, quasi andanteJohannes Brahms, Anne-Sophie Mutter, Alexis Weissenberg
Mozart: Violin Concerto No. 4 in D Major, K. 218: I. AllegroWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Anne-Sophie Mutter, Riccardo Muti, Philharmonia Orchestra
Mozart: Violin Concerto No. 4 in D Major, K. 218: II. Andante cantabileWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Anne-Sophie Mutter, Riccardo Muti, Philharmonia Orchestra
Mozart: Violin Concerto No. 4 in D Major, K. 218: III. Rondeau. Andante graziosoWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Anne-Sophie Mutter, Riccardo Muti, Philharmonia Orchestra