Celebrating his 80th birthday, the legendary violinist Itzhak Perlman presents "Great Violin Concertos," a monumental collection of 73 tracks spanning an impressive 8 hours and 35 minutes. Released on September 2, 2025, under Warner Classics, this album is a testament to Perlman's enduring mastery and artistry, showcasing a stunning array of violin concertos and chamber works from the Baroque to the Romantic eras.
The album features timeless masterpieces by composers such as Bach, Vivaldi, Tchaikovsky, Beethoven, Bruch, Glazunov, Wieniawski, Barber, Mozart, Paganini, Mendelssohn, and more. Perlman's virtuosity shines through in each piece, from the intricate and expressive performances of Bach's concertos to the fiery passion of Vivaldi's "The Four Seasons." The collection also includes live recordings of Glazunov's Violin Concerto in A Minor, capturing the electrifying energy of Perlman's performances.
"Great Violin Concertos" is not just a compilation but a comprehensive journey through the evolution of violin music. It highlights Perlman's unparalleled ability to convey the depth and emotion of each composition, making it a must-listen for both classical music enthusiasts and newcomers alike. Whether you're drawn to the lyrical beauty of Beethoven's Romance or the dramatic intensity of Tchaikovsky's concerto, this album offers a rich and diverse listening experience.
With performances scheduled at prestigious venues like the Beacon Theatre in New York and the Portsmouth Music Hall, Perlman continues to captivate audiences worldwide. "Great Violin Concertos" is a fitting tribute to his illustrious career, encapsulating the brilliance and versatility that have made Itzhak Perlman one of the most celebrated violinists of our time.
Bach, JS: Violin Concerto in G Minor, BWV 1056R: I. Allegro (Orch. Forkel)Johann Sebastian Bach, Itzhak Perlman, Daniel Barenboim, English Chamber Orchestra
Bach, JS: Violin Concerto in G Minor, BWV 1056R: II. Largo (Orch. Forkel)Johann Sebastian Bach, Itzhak Perlman, Daniel Barenboim, English Chamber Orchestra
Bach, JS: Violin Concerto in G Minor, BWV 1056R: III. Presto (Orch. Forkel)Johann Sebastian Bach, Itzhak Perlman, Daniel Barenboim, English Chamber Orchestra
Vivaldi: The Four Seasons, Violin Concerto in F Minor, Op. 8 No. 4, RV 297 "Winter": I. Allegro non moltoAntonio Vivaldi, Itzhak Perlman, London Philharmonic Orchestra
Vivaldi: The Four Seasons, Violin Concerto in F Minor, Op. 8 No. 4, RV 297 "Winter": II. LargoAntonio Vivaldi, Itzhak Perlman, London Philharmonic Orchestra
Vivaldi: The Four Seasons, Violin Concerto in F Minor, Op. 8 No. 4, RV 297 "Winter": III. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Itzhak Perlman, London Philharmonic Orchestra
Tchaikovsky: Violin Concerto in D Major, Op. 35: I. Allegro moderatoPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Itzhak Perlman, Eugene Ormandy, Philadelphia Orchestra
Tchaikovsky: Violin Concerto in D Major, Op. 35: II. Canzonetta. AndantePyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Itzhak Perlman, Eugene Ormandy, Philadelphia Orchestra
Tchaikovsky: Violin Concerto in D Major, Op. 35: III. Finale. Allegro vivacissimoPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Itzhak Perlman, Eugene Ormandy, Philadelphia Orchestra
Beethoven: Violin Concerto in D Major, Op. 61: I. Allegro, ma non troppoLudwig van Beethoven, Itzhak Perlman, Carlo Maria Giulini, Philharmonia Orchestra
Beethoven: Violin Concerto in D Major, Op. 61: II. Larghetto -Ludwig van Beethoven, Itzhak Perlman, Carlo Maria Giulini, Philharmonia Orchestra
Beethoven: Violin Concerto in D Major, Op. 61: III. Rondo. AllegroLudwig van Beethoven, Itzhak Perlman, Carlo Maria Giulini, Philharmonia Orchestra
Vivaldi: The Four Seasons, Violin Concerto in G Minor, Op. 8 No. 2, RV 315 "Summer": I. Allegro non moltoAntonio Vivaldi, Itzhak Perlman, Israel Philharmonic Orchestra
Vivaldi: The Four Seasons, Violin Concerto in G Minor, Op. 8 No. 2, RV 315 "Summer": II. AdagioAntonio Vivaldi, Itzhak Perlman, Israel Philharmonic Orchestra
Vivaldi: The Four Seasons, Violin Concerto in G Minor, Op. 8 No. 2, RV 315 "Summer": III. PrestoAntonio Vivaldi, Itzhak Perlman, Israel Philharmonic Orchestra
Bruch: Violin Concerto No. 1 in G Minor, Op. 26: I. Prelude. Allegro moderatoMax Bruch, Itzhak Perlman, Bernard Haitink, Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra
Bruch: Violin Concerto No. 1 in G Minor, Op. 26: II. AdagioMax Bruch, Itzhak Perlman, Bernard Haitink, Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra
Bruch: Violin Concerto No. 1 in G Minor, Op. 26: III. Finale. Allegro energicoMax Bruch, Itzhak Perlman, Bernard Haitink, Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra
Beethoven: Romance for Violin and Orchestra No. 2 in F Major, Op. 50Ludwig van Beethoven, Itzhak Perlman, Daniel Barenboim, Berliner Philharmoniker
Glazunov: Violin Concerto in A Minor, Op. 82: I. Moderato (Live)Alexander Glazunov, Itzhak Perlman, Zubin Mehta, Israel Philharmonic Orchestra
Glazunov: Violin Concerto in A Minor, Op. 82: II. Tranquillo (Live)Alexander Glazunov, Itzhak Perlman, Zubin Mehta, Israel Philharmonic Orchestra
Glazunov: Violin Concerto in A Minor, Op. 82: III. Andante (Live)Alexander Glazunov, Itzhak Perlman, Zubin Mehta, Israel Philharmonic Orchestra
Glazunov: Violin Concerto in A Minor, Op. 82: IV. Tempo primo (Live)Alexander Glazunov, Itzhak Perlman, Zubin Mehta, Israel Philharmonic Orchestra
Glazunov: Violin Concerto in A Minor, Op. 82: V. Cadenza (Live)Alexander Glazunov, Itzhak Perlman, Zubin Mehta, Israel Philharmonic Orchestra
Glazunov: Violin Concerto in A Minor, Op. 82: VI. Animando (Live)Alexander Glazunov, Itzhak Perlman, Zubin Mehta, Israel Philharmonic Orchestra
Wieniawski: Violin Concerto No. 2 in D Minor, Op. 22: II. Romance. Allegro non troppoHenryk Wieniawski, Itzhak Perlman, Seiji Ozawa, London Philharmonic Orchestra
Wieniawski: Violin Concerto No. 2 in D Minor, Op. 22: III. Allegro con fuoco - Allegro moderatoHenryk Wieniawski, Itzhak Perlman, Seiji Ozawa, London Philharmonic Orchestra
Barber: Violin Concerto, Op. 14: I. AllegroSamuel Barber, Itzhak Perlman, Seiji Ozawa, Boston Symphony Orchestra
Barber: Violin Concerto, Op. 14: II. AndanteSamuel Barber, Itzhak Perlman, Seiji Ozawa, Boston Symphony Orchestra
Barber: Violin Concerto, Op. 14: III. Presto in moto perpetuoSamuel Barber, Itzhak Perlman, Seiji Ozawa, Boston Symphony Orchestra
Beethoven: Triple Concerto in C Major, Op. 56: I. AllegroLudwig van Beethoven, Itzhak Perlman, Yo-Yo Ma, Daniel Barenboim, Berliner Philharmoniker
Beethoven: Triple Concerto in C Major, Op. 56: II. LargoLudwig van Beethoven, Itzhak Perlman, Yo-Yo Ma, Daniel Barenboim, Berliner Philharmoniker
Beethoven: Triple Concerto in C Major, Op. 56: III. Rondo alla polaccaLudwig van Beethoven, Itzhak Perlman, Yo-Yo Ma, Daniel Barenboim, Berliner Philharmoniker
Mozart: Violin Concerto No. 3 in G Major, K. 216: II. AdagioWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Itzhak Perlman, Berliner Philharmoniker
Mozart: Violin Concerto No. 3 in G Major, K. 216: III. Rondo. AllegroWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Itzhak Perlman, Berliner Philharmoniker
Paganini: Violin Concerto No. 1 in D Major, Op. 6: II. Adagio espressivoNiccolò Paganini, Itzhak Perlman, Lawrence Foster, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra
Paganini: Violin Concerto No. 1 in D Major, Op. 6: III. Rondo. Allegro spiritosoNiccolò Paganini, Itzhak Perlman, Lawrence Foster, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra
Sarasate: Carmen Fantasy, Op. 25Pablo de Sarasate, Itzhak Perlman, Lawrence Foster, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra
Bach, JS: Concerto for Two Violins in D Minor, BWV 1043: I. VivaceJohann Sebastian Bach, Itzhak Perlman, Pinchas Zukerman, Daniel Barenboim, English Chamber Orchestra
Bach, JS: Concerto for Two Violins in D Minor, BWV 1043: II. Largo, ma non tantoJohann Sebastian Bach, Itzhak Perlman, Pinchas Zukerman, Daniel Barenboim, English Chamber Orchestra
Bach, JS: Concerto for Two Violins in D Minor, BWV 1043: III. AllegroJohann Sebastian Bach, Itzhak Perlman, Pinchas Zukerman, Daniel Barenboim, English Chamber Orchestra
Mendelssohn: Violin Concerto No. 2 in E Minor, Op. 64, MWV O14: I. Allegro molto appassionatoFelix Mendelssohn, Itzhak Perlman, André Previn, London Symphony Orchestra
Mendelssohn: Violin Concerto No. 2 in E Minor, Op. 64, MWV O14: II. AndanteFelix Mendelssohn, Itzhak Perlman, André Previn, London Symphony Orchestra
Mendelssohn: Violin Concerto No. 2 in E Minor, Op. 64, MWV O14: III. Allegretto non troppo - Allegro molto vivaceFelix Mendelssohn, Itzhak Perlman, André Previn, London Symphony Orchestra
Vivaldi: The Four Seasons, Violin Concerto in F Major, Op. 8 No. 3, RV 293 "Autumn": I. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Itzhak Perlman, London Philharmonic Orchestra
Vivaldi: The Four Seasons, Violin Concerto in F Major, Op. 8 No. 3, RV 293 "Autumn": II. Adagio moltoAntonio Vivaldi, Itzhak Perlman, London Philharmonic Orchestra
Vivaldi: The Four Seasons, Violin Concerto in F Major, Op. 8 No. 3, RV 293 "Autumn": III. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Itzhak Perlman, London Philharmonic Orchestra
Bach, JS: Violin Concerto in E Major, BWV 1042: I. AllegroJohann Sebastian Bach, Itzhak Perlman, Daniel Barenboim, English Chamber Orchestra
Bach, JS: Violin Concerto in E Major, BWV 1042: II. AdagioJohann Sebastian Bach, Itzhak Perlman, Daniel Barenboim, English Chamber Orchestra
Bach, JS: Violin Concerto in E Major, BWV 1042: III. Allegro assaiJohann Sebastian Bach, Itzhak Perlman, Daniel Barenboim, English Chamber Orchestra
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