Eugène Ysaÿe's "Ysaÿe: 6 Sonatas for Solo Violin" is a masterful collection of solo violin sonatas, each dedicated to a distinguished violinist of Ysaÿe's time, serving as a stylized musical portrait. Composed in July 1923, these sonatas showcase the full potential of the violin, offering a profound and intimate exploration of the instrument's capabilities. The album features six sonatas, each with multiple movements, dedicated to Joseph Szigeti, Jacques Thibaud, George Enescu, Fritz Kreisler, Mathieu Crickboom, and Manuel Quiroga. The final sonata, dedicated to Manuel Quiroga, provides a lighthearted and joyful conclusion to this monumental set. With a total duration of 1 hour and 11 minutes, this album is a testament to Ysaÿe's virtuosity and his deep understanding of the violin. Released on April 26, 2024, by Halidon/Cicerone, this recording is a must-listen for classical music enthusiasts and violin aficionados alike.
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Tracks
Sonata No.1 in G Minor, Op. 27: I. Grave - Dedicated to Joseph SzigetiEugène Ysaÿe, Reina Shibutani
Sonata No. 1 in G Major, Op. 27: II. Fugato - Dedicated to Joseph SzigetiEugène Ysaÿe, Reina Shibutani
Sonata No. 1 in G Minor, Op. 27: III. Allegretto poco scherzoso - Dedicated to Joseph SzigetiEugène Ysaÿe, Reina Shibutani
Sonata No. 1 in G Minor, Op. 27: IV. Finale: con brio - Dedicated to Joseph SzigetiEugène Ysaÿe, Reina Shibutani
Sonata No. 2 in A Minor, Op. 27: I. Obsession; Prelude - Dedicated to Jacques ThibaudEugène Ysaÿe, Reina Shibutani
Sonata No. 2 in A Minor, Op. 27: II. Malinconia - Dedicated to Jacques ThibaudEugène Ysaÿe, Reina Shibutani
Sonata No. 2 in A Minor, Op. 27: III. Danse des Ombres; Sarabande - Dedicated to Jacques ThibaudEugène Ysaÿe, Reina Shibutani
Sonata No. 2 in A Minor, Op. 27: IV. Les furies - Dedicated to Jacques ThibaudEugène Ysaÿe, Reina Shibutani
Sonata No. 3 in D Minor, Op. 27: Lento molto sostenuto; Allegro - Dedicated to George EnescuEugène Ysaÿe, Reina Shibutani
Sonata No. 4 in E Minor, Op. 27: I. Allemande - Dedicated to Fritz KreislerEugène Ysaÿe, Reina Shibutani
Sonata No. 4 in E Minor, Op. 27: II. Sarabande - Dedicated to Fritz KreislerEugène Ysaÿe, Reina Shibutani
Sonata No. 4 in E Minor, Op. 27: III. Finale - Dedicated to Fritz KreislerEugène Ysaÿe, Reina Shibutani
Sonata No. 5 in G Major, Op. 27: I. L'Aurore - Dedicated to Mathieu CrickboomEugène Ysaÿe, Reina Shibutani
Sonata No. 5 in G Major, Op. 27: II. Danse rustique - Dedicated to Mathieu CrickboomEugène Ysaÿe, Reina Shibutani
Sonata No. 6 in E Major, Op. 27: Allegro giusto non troppo vivo - Dedicated to Manuel QuirogaEugène Ysaÿe, Reina Shibutani
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