Nicola Benedetti's "The Silver Violin" is a captivating journey through the world of classical music, released in 2012 under Decca Music Group Ltd. This album showcases Benedetti's exceptional talent and versatility as a violinist, featuring a diverse collection of 15 tracks that span from iconic film scores to timeless classical pieces. The album includes renowned compositions such as the haunting "Main Theme" from "Schindler's List" and the enchanting "Main Theme" from "Ladies in Lavender," as well as works by Tchaikovsky, Shostakovich, and other celebrated composers. Collaborating with the Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra and conducted by Kirill Karabits, Benedetti delivers a performance that is both technically brilliant and deeply expressive. "The Silver Violin" was a critical and commercial success, named the United Kingdom's best-selling classical album of 2012 and iTunes Best Classical Album of the Year. With a duration of 1 hour and 17 minutes, this album is a testament to Benedetti's artistry and a must-listen for any classical music enthusiast.
Die tote Stadt: Tanzlied des Pierrot (Arr. Franz Willms)Erich Wolfgang Korngold, Nicola Benedetti, Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra, Kirill Karabits
Por una cabeza (Arr. Lenehan)Carlos Gardel, Nicola Benedetti, Ksenija Sidorova, Alexander Sitkovetsky, Leonard Elschenbroich, Alexei Grynyuk
The Gadfly, Op. 97: III. Youth. RomanceDmitri Shostakovich, Nicola Benedetti, Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra, Kirill Karabits
Violin Concerto in D Major, Op. 35: I. Moderato nobileErich Wolfgang Korngold, Nicola Benedetti, Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra, Kirill Karabits
Violin Concerto in D Major, Op. 35: II. Romance. AndanteErich Wolfgang Korngold, Nicola Benedetti, Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra, Kirill Karabits
Violin Concerto in D Major, Op. 35: III. Finale. Allegro assai vivaceErich Wolfgang Korngold, Nicola Benedetti, Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra, Kirill Karabits
Main Theme (From "Ladies in Lavender")Nigel Hess, Nicola Benedetti, Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra, Kirill Karabits
The Counterplan, Op. 33: II. AndanteDmitri Shostakovich, Nicola Benedetti, Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra, Kirill Karabits
My Edward & I (From "Jayne Eyre")Dario Marianelli, Nicola Benedetti, Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra, Kirill Karabits, Alexei Grynyuk