Tchaikovsky & Barber: Violin Concertos

Johan Dalene, the Swedish-Norwegian violinist who won the prestigious Carl Nielsen Competition in 2019, makes a striking debut on the BIS label with his recording of Tchaikovsky and Barber's Violin Concertos. At just 19 years old when this album was released, Dalene showcases his daring and thoughtful approach to these iconic works. The album features the Tchaikovsky Violin Concerto in D Major, Op. 35, and the Barber Violin Concerto, Op. 14, both performed with the Norrköping Symphony Orchestra under the direction of Daniel Blendulf. Recorded in the acoustically superb De Geerhallen in Norrköping, the album captures the full richness and depth of these concertos. With a total duration of 58 minutes, this album is a testament to Dalene's extraordinary talent and promises an engaging and captivating listening experience.