Immerse yourself in the timeless artistry of Leonid Kogan with "The Art of Leonid Kogan: Violin Concertos," a meticulously curated collection of 38 iconic violin concertos spanning the works of Bach, Vivaldi, Mozart, Prokofiev, and more. Released on December 5, 2024, by Warner Classics, this expansive album offers a rich tapestry of chamber music that showcases Kogan's virtuosity and profound musical insight.
With a total duration of 5 hours and 38 minutes, this album is a comprehensive journey through the evolution of violin concertos, featuring masterpieces such as Bach's Concerto for Two Violins in D Minor, BWV 1043, Mozart's Violin Concerto No. 3 in G Major, K. 216, and Prokofiev's Violin Concerto No. 2 in G Minor, Op. 63. Each piece is performed with precision and passion, highlighting Kogan's unparalleled technique and expressive depth.
From the lively Allegro of Vivaldi's Violin Concerto in G Minor, Op. 12 No. 1, to the intricate Adagio of Brahms' Violin Concerto in D Major, Op. 77, this collection encapsulates the essence of classical music's most celebrated compositions. The inclusion of Paganini's Violin Concerto No. 1 in D Major, Op. 6, and Tchaikovsky's Violin Concerto in D Major, Op. 35, adds a dynamic range that underscores Kogan's versatility and mastery of the violin.
Whether you are a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, "The Art of Leonid Kogan: Violin Concertos" offers an enriching and captivating listening experience. This album is not just a compilation of pieces but a testament to Kogan's enduring legacy as one of the greatest violinists of all time.
Bach: Concerto for Two Violins in D Minor, BWV 1043: I. VivaceJohann Sebastian Bach, Leonid Kogan, Elisabeth Gilels, Otto Ackermann, Philharmonia Orchestra
Bach: Concerto for Two Violins in D Minor, BWV 1043: II. Largo ma non tantoJohann Sebastian Bach, Leonid Kogan, Elisabeth Gilels, Otto Ackermann, Philharmonia Orchestra
Bach: Concerto for Two Violins in D Minor, BWV 1043: III. AllegroJohann Sebastian Bach, Leonid Kogan, Elisabeth Gilels, Otto Ackermann, Philharmonia Orchestra
Vivaldi: Violin Concerto in G Minor, Op. 12 No. 1, RV 317: I. Allegro apertoAntonio Vivaldi, Leonid Kogan, Andre Vandernoot, Orchestre De La Société Des Concerts Du Conservatoire
Vivaldi: Violin Concerto in G Minor, Op. 12 No. 1, RV 317: II. LargoAntonio Vivaldi, Leonid Kogan, Andre Vandernoot, Orchestre De La Société Des Concerts Du Conservatoire
Vivaldi: Violin Concerto in G Minor, Op. 12 No. 1, RV 317: III. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Leonid Kogan, Andre Vandernoot, Orchestre De La Société Des Concerts Du Conservatoire
Mozart: Violin Concerto No. 3 in G Major, K. 216: I. AllegroWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Leonid Kogan, Philharmonia Orchestra, Otto Ackermann
Mozart: Violin Concerto No. 3 in G Major, K. 216: II. AdagioWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Leonid Kogan, Philharmonia Orchestra, Otto Ackermann
Mozart: Violin Concerto No. 3 in G Major, K. 216: III. Rondeau. AllegroWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Leonid Kogan, Philharmonia Orchestra, Otto Ackermann
Prokofiev: Violin Concerto No. 2 in G Minor, Op. 63: I. Allegro moderatoSergei Prokofiev, Leonid Kogan, Basil Cameron, London Symphony Orchestra
Prokofiev: Violin Concerto No. 2 in G Minor, Op. 63: II. Andante assaiSergei Prokofiev, Leonid Kogan, Basil Cameron, London Symphony Orchestra
Prokofiev: Violin Concerto No. 2 in G Minor, Op. 63: III. Allegro ben marcatoSergei Prokofiev, Leonid Kogan, Basil Cameron, London Symphony Orchestra
Bach: Violin Concerto in E Major, BWV 1042: I. AllegroJohann Sebastian Bach, Leonid Kogan, Otto Ackermann, Philharmonia Orchestra
Bach: Violin Concerto in E Major, BWV 1042: II. AdagioJohann Sebastian Bach, Leonid Kogan, Otto Ackermann, Philharmonia Orchestra
Bach: Violin Concerto in E Major, BWV 1042: III. Allegro assaiJohann Sebastian Bach, Leonid Kogan, Otto Ackermann, Philharmonia Orchestra
Lalo: Symphonie espagnole in D Minor, Op. 21: I. Allegro non troppoÉdouard Lalo, Leonid Kogan, Charles Bruck, Orchestre De La Société Des Concerts Du Conservatoire
Lalo: Symphonie espagnole in D Minor, Op. 21: II. Scherzando. Allegro moltoÉdouard Lalo, Leonid Kogan, Charles Bruck, Orchestre De La Société Des Concerts Du Conservatoire
Lalo: Symphonie espagnole in D Minor, Op. 21: III. Intermezzo. Allegro non troppoÉdouard Lalo, Leonid Kogan, Charles Bruck, Orchestre De La Société Des Concerts Du Conservatoire
Lalo: Symphonie espagnole in D Minor, Op. 21: IV. AndanteÉdouard Lalo, Leonid Kogan, Charles Bruck, Orchestre De La Société Des Concerts Du Conservatoire
Lalo: Symphonie espagnole in D Minor, Op. 21: V. Rondo. AllegroÉdouard Lalo, Leonid Kogan, Charles Bruck, Orchestre De La Société Des Concerts Du Conservatoire
Mendelssohn: Violin Concerto in E Minor, Op. 64, MWV O14: I. Allegro molto appassionatoFelix Mendelssohn, Leonid Kogan, Constantin Silvestri, Orchestre De La Société Des Concerts Du Conservatoire
Mendelssohn: Violin Concerto in E Minor, Op. 64, MWV O14: II. AndanteFelix Mendelssohn, Leonid Kogan, Constantin Silvestri, Orchestre De La Société Des Concerts Du Conservatoire
Mendelssohn: Violin Concerto in E Minor, Op. 64, MWV O14: III. Allegretto non troppo - Allegro molto vivaceFelix Mendelssohn, Leonid Kogan, Constantin Silvestri, Orchestre De La Société Des Concerts Du Conservatoire
Mozart: Violin Concerto No. 5 in A Major, K. 219 "Turkish": I. Allegro apertoWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Leonid Kogan, Andre Vandernoot, Orchestre De La Société Des Concerts Du Conservatoire
Mozart: Violin Concerto No. 5 in A Major, K. 219 "Turkish": II. AdagioWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Leonid Kogan, Andre Vandernoot, Orchestre De La Société Des Concerts Du Conservatoire
Mozart: Violin Concerto No. 5 in A Major, K. 219 "Turkish": III. Rondeau. Tempo di menuettoWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Leonid Kogan, Andre Vandernoot, Orchestre De La Société Des Concerts Du Conservatoire
Paganini: Violin Concerto No. 1 in D Major, Op. 6 : I. Allegro maestosoNiccolò Paganini, Leonid Kogan, Charles Bruck, Orchestre De La Société Des Concerts Du Conservatoire
Paganini: Violin Concerto No. 1 in D Major, Op. 6: II. AdagioNiccolò Paganini, Leonid Kogan, Charles Bruck, Orchestre De La Société Des Concerts Du Conservatoire
Paganini: Violin Concerto No. 1 in D Major, Op. 6: III. RondoNiccolò Paganini, Leonid Kogan, Charles Bruck, Orchestre De La Société Des Concerts Du Conservatoire
Brahms: Violin Concerto in D Major, Op. 77: I. Allegro non troppoJohannes Brahms, Leonid Kogan, Charles Bruck, Orchestre De La Société Des Concerts Du Conservatoire
Brahms: Violin Concerto in D Major, Op. 77: II. AdagioJohannes Brahms, Leonid Kogan, Charles Bruck, Orchestre De La Société Des Concerts Du Conservatoire
Brahms: Violin Concerto in D Major, Op. 77: III. Allegro giocoso, ma non troppo vivaceJohannes Brahms, Leonid Kogan, Charles Bruck, Orchestre De La Société Des Concerts Du Conservatoire
Tchaikovsky: Violin Concerto in D Major, Op. 35: I. Allegro moderatoPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Leonid Kogan, Andre Vandernoot, Orchestre De La Société Des Concerts Du Conservatoire
Tchaikovsky: Violin Concerto in D Major, Op. 35: II. CanzonettaPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Leonid Kogan, Andre Vandernoot, Orchestre De La Société Des Concerts Du Conservatoire
Tchaikovsky: Violin Concerto in D Major, Op. 35: III. Finale. Allegro vivacissimoPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Leonid Kogan, Andre Vandernoot, Orchestre De La Société Des Concerts Du Conservatoire
Beethoven: Violin Concerto in D Major, Op. 61: I. Allegro ma non troppoLudwig van Beethoven, Leonid Kogan, Andre Vandernoot, Orchestre De La Société Des Concerts Du Conservatoire
Beethoven: Violin Concerto in D Major, Op. 61: II. LarghettoLudwig van Beethoven, Leonid Kogan, Andre Vandernoot, Orchestre De La Société Des Concerts Du Conservatoire
Beethoven: Violin Concerto in D Major, Op. 61: III. Rondo. AllegroLudwig van Beethoven, Leonid Kogan, Andre Vandernoot, Orchestre De La Société Des Concerts Du Conservatoire