Renaud Capuçon, the acclaimed French violinist, presents a captivating collection of classical masterpieces in "Les Stars Du Classique: Renaud Capuçon." Released on September 15, 2010, under the Warner Classics label, this album is a testament to Capuçon's virtuosity and his deep connection with the music. Spanning a diverse range of compositions, from Mendelssohn's passionate Violin Concerto in E Minor to Tchaikovsky's sentimental waltz, the album offers a rich and varied listening experience.
Capuçon's interpretation of these timeless pieces is both technically impressive and emotionally resonant. His playing is marked by a rare combination of precision and expressiveness, bringing out the nuances and depth of each composition. The album features works by renowned composers such as Brahms, Mozart, Schubert, and Dvořák, showcasing Capuçon's versatility and mastery of different musical styles.
With a duration of 1 hour and 12 minutes, the album is a perfect blend of well-known classics and lesser-known gems, making it an essential addition to any classical music enthusiast's collection. Whether you're a longtime fan of Renaud Capuçon or new to his work, this album promises a delightful journey through the world of classical music.
Mendelssohn: Violin Concerto in E Minor, Op. 64, MWV O14: I. Allegro molto appassionatoFelix Mendelssohn, Daniel Harding, Renaud Capuçon, Mahler Chamber Orchestra
Brahms: Violin Sonata in C Minor "F-A-E": III. Scherzo, WoO 2Johannes Brahms, Renaud Capuçon, Nicholas Angelich
Saint-Saëns: Introduction et rondo capriccioso, Op. 28Camille Saint-Saëns, Renaud Capuçon, Die Deutsche Kammerphilharmonie Bremen, Daniel Harding
Massenet: Thaïs, Act 2: MéditationJules Massenet, Renaud Capuçon, Daniel Harding, Die Deutsche Kammerphilharmonie Bremen
Schubert: Piano Trio No. 2 in E-Flat Major, Op. 100, D. 929: II. Andante con motoFranz Schubert, Renaud Capuçon, Gautier Capuçon, Frank Braley
Mozart: Violin Concerto No. 3 in G Major, K. 216: III. Rondeau. AllegroWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Renaud Capuçon, Louis Langrée, Scottish Chamber Orchestra
Mendelssohn: 6 Gesänge, Op. 34: No. 2, Auf Flügeln des Gesanges, MWV K86 (Version for Violin and Piano)Felix Mendelssohn, Renaud Capuçon, Jerome Ducros
Tchaikovsky: 6 Pieces, Op. 51: No. 6, Valse sentimentale (Version for Violin and Piano)Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Renaud Capuçon, Jerome Ducros
Dvořák: 8 Humoresques, Op. 101, B. 187: No. 7 in G-Flat Major (Arr. Heifetz for Violin and Piano)Antonín Dvořák, Renaud Capuçon, Jerome Ducros
Suk: 4 Pieces for Violin and Piano, Op. 17: No. 3 Un poco tristeJosef Suk, Renaud Capuçon, Jerome Ducros
Korngold: Violin Concerto in D Major, Op. 35: I. Moderato nobileErich Wolfgang Korngold, Renaud Capuçon, Yannick Nézet-Séguin, Rotterdam Philharmonic Orchestra