Joshua Bell, the renowned violinist, invites you into a world of timeless melodies with his 2003 album "Romance of the Violin." This exquisite collection features 13 of Bell's favorite classical pieces, each meticulously arranged for violin and orchestra, showcasing his virtuosity and deep connection with the music. Spanning a diverse range of styles from Renaissance to Baroque, the album offers a rich tapestry of sounds that highlight Bell's versatility and artistry.
From the tender pleadings of "O mio babbino caro" to the serene beauty of "The Swan," each track is a testament to Bell's ability to evoke profound emotions through his playing. The album also includes beloved works like "Träumerei" from Schumann's "Kinderszenen" and the enchanting "Dance of the Blessed Spirits" from Gluck's "Orfeo ed Euridice." With a duration of just over 51 minutes, "Romance of the Violin" is a concise yet comprehensive journey through some of the most cherished pieces in the classical repertoire.
Recorded for Sony Classical, this album is a celebration of the violin's romantic and expressive capabilities, as interpreted by one of the most celebrated musicians of our time. Whether you're a seasoned classical enthusiast or new to the genre, Joshua Bell's "Romance of the Violin" promises an enchanting and memorable listening experience.
(P) 2003 SONY BMG MUSIC ENTERTAINMENT
Tracks
Gianni Schicchi: O mio babbino caro (Arr. C. Leon for Violin & Orchestra)Giacomo Puccini, Joshua Bell, Michael Stern
The Girl with Flaxen HairClaude Debussy, Joshua Bell, Michael Stern, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
Nocturne No. 20 in C-Sharp Minor, Op. posth (Arranged for Violin & Orchestra)Frédéric Chopin, Joshua Bell, Michael Stern, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
The Carnival of the Animals, R. 125: XIII. The SwanCamille Saint-Saëns, Joshua Bell, Craig Ogden, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
Serenade, D. 957, No. 4Franz Schubert, Joshua Bell, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Michael Stern, Craig Ogden
Casta Diva from NormaVincenzo Bellini, Joshua Bell, Michael Stern, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
Piano Concerto No. 21 in C Major, K. 467: II. Andante (Arranged for Violin & Orchestra)Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Joshua Bell, Michael Stern, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
Orfeo ed Euridice, Wq. 30: Dance of the Blessed Spirits (Arranged for Violin & Orchestra)Christoph Willibald Gluck, Joshua Bell, Michael Stern, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
String Quartet No. 2 in D Major: III. NocturneAlexander Borodin, Joshua Bell, Michael Stern, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
Songs My Mother Taught Me, Op. 55, No. 4 (Arr. for Violin and Orchestra)Antonín Dvořák, Joshua Bell, Michael Stern, Craig Ogden, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
Pur ti Miro from "L'incoronazione di Poppea"Claudio Monteverdi, Joshua Bell, Michael Stern, Jacob Heringman, John Constable, Stephen Orton, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
Elegie: O doux printemps d'autrefoisJules Massenet, Joshua Bell, Michael Stern, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
Kinderszenen, Op. 15: No. 7, Träumerei (Arr. for Violin and Orchestra)Robert Schumann, Joshua Bell, Michael Stern, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
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