Celebrating four decades of virtuosity, Maxim Vengerov, a luminary in the violin world, presents "Violin Miniatures," a captivating album set to release on November 3, 2024, under Warner Classics. This collection of 30 enchanting pieces spans a duration of 2 hours and 12 minutes, showcasing Vengerov's deep roots in the Franco-Belgian and Russian violin traditions, with influences from his favorite violinists like Fritz Kreisler and Eugène Ysaÿe.
The album is a testament to Vengerov's unparalleled artistry, featuring a diverse range of compositions from renowned masters such as Khachaturian, Williams, Bazzini, Wieniawski, Kreisler, Tchaikovsky, Brahms, Ysaÿe, Paganini, Rachmaninov, Dvořák, Schubert, Mozart, Sarasate, Ponce, Monti, and Shchedrin. Each track is meticulously selected and arranged, with some pieces specially adapted for violin and ensemble by Parhamovsky, offering a fresh perspective on classical favorites.
From the fiery "Sabre Dance" by Khachaturian to the hauntingly beautiful "Méditation" from Massenet's "Thaïs," and the lively "Csárdás" by Monti, the album traverses a wide spectrum of emotions and styles. Vengerov's impeccable technique and profound musicality shine through in every note, making "Violin Miniatures" a true celebration of the violin's expressive power.
Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album promises an immersive and enriching listening experience, highlighting the timeless beauty of these miniature masterpieces.
Tchaikovsky: Souvenir d'un lieu cher, Op. 42: II. ScherzoPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Maxim Vengerov, Itamar Golan
Tchaikovsky: Souvenir d'un lieu cher, Op. 42: III. MélodiePyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Maxim Vengerov, Itamar Golan
Nováček: 8 Concert Caprices for Violin and Piano, Op. 5: No. 4, Perpetuum mobile (Arr. Parhamovsky for Violin and Ensemble)Ottokar Novácek, Maxim Vengerov, Vag Papian, Virtuosi, Mikhail Parhamovsky
Brahms: 21 Hungarian Dances, WoO 1: No. 7 in F Major (Arr. Parhamovsky for Violin and Ensemble)Johannes Brahms, Maxim Vengerov, Vag Papian, Virtuosi, Mikhail Parhamovsky
Ysaÿe: Sonata for Solo Violin in A Minor, Op. 27 No. 2: IV. Les furies. Allegro furiosoEugène Ysaÿe, Maxim Vengerov
Paganini: Cantabile in D Major, Op. 17Niccolò Paganini, Maxim Vengerov, Ian Brown
Kreisler: Alt-Wiener Tanzweisen: No. 2, LiebesleidFritz Kreisler, Maxim Vengerov, Ian Brown
Kreisler: Alt-Wiener Tanzweisen: No. 1, LiebesfreudFritz Kreisler, Maxim Vengerov, Ian Brown
Rachmaninov: Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 43: Variation XVIII (Arr. Kreisler for Violin and Piano)Sergei Rachmaninoff, Maxim Vengerov, Ian Brown
Brahms: 21 Hungarian Dances, WoO 1: No. 5 in G Minor (Arr. Parhamovsky for Violin and Ensemble)Johannes Brahms, Maxim Vengerov, Vag Papian, Virtuosi, Mikhail Parhamovsky
Wieniawski: Scherzo-tarentelle, Op. 16Henryk Wieniawski, Maxim Vengerov, Ian Brown
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