Jascha Heifetz, one of the most celebrated violinists of all time, presents a captivating collection of miniature masterpieces in "Jascha Heifetz Miniatures, Vol. 2." Released on November 1, 2011, under the Naxos label, this album is a testament to Heifetz's virtuosity and versatility, spanning a variety of classical compositions expertly arranged for violin and piano, as well as violin and orchestra.
The album features a diverse range of works, from Rossini's lively "Figaro" to the delicate "Clair de Lune" by Debussy, and the enchanting "Golliwogg's Cake-walk" from Debussy's "Children's Corner." Heifetz's arrangements and interpretations breathe new life into these pieces, showcasing his technical brilliance and artistic sensitivity. The inclusion of works by composers such as Tchaikovsky, Brahms, and Ravel adds depth and richness to the collection, offering a broad spectrum of musical styles and emotions.
With a duration of 1 hour and 8 minutes, this album is a compact yet comprehensive journey through the world of classical music, highlighting Heifetz's ability to convey the essence of each composition with precision and passion. Whether you are a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album offers a delightful and enriching listening experience.
2011 Naxos2011 Naxos
Tracks
Figaro (version for violin and piano) [from Rossini's the Barber of Seville]Mario Castelnuovo-Tedesco, Jascha Heifetz, Milton Kaye
8 Humoresques, Op. 101, B. 187, No. 7. Poco lento e grazioso in G-Flat Major: 8 Humoresques, Op. 101, B. 187: No. 7, Poco lento e grazioso in G-Flat Major (Arr. J. Heifetz for violin and piano)Antonín Dvořák, Jascha Heifetz, Milton Kaye
12 Impressions, No. 12. Viennese: 12 Impressions: No. 12, Viennese (Arr. J. Heifetz for violin and piano)Leopold Godowsky, Jascha Heifetz, Milton Kaye
Piece en forme de habanera (Arr. G. Catherine for violin and piano)Maurice Ravel, Jascha Heifetz, Milton Kaye
Children's Corner, L. 113: Children's Corner: VI. Golliwogg's Cake-walk (Arr. J. Heifetz for violin and piano)Claude Debussy, Jascha Heifetz, Emmanuel Bay
Beau soir (Arr. J. Heifetz for violin and piano)Claude Debussy, Jascha Heifetz, Milton Kaye
Suite bergamasque: III. Clair de lune (Arr. A. Roelens for violin and piano)Claude Debussy, Jascha Heifetz, Emmanuel Bay
Wellenspeil (Waves at Play) [arr. J. Heifetz for violin and piano]Edwin Grasse, Jascha Heifetz, Emmanuel Bay
The Love for Three Oranges Suite, Op. 33bis: III. March (Arr. J. Heifetz for violin and piano)Sergei Prokofiev, Jascha Heifetz, Emmanuel Bay
10 Pieces from Romeo and Juliet, Op. 75, No. 5. Masquers: 10 Pieces from Romeo and Juliet, Op. 75: No. 5, Masquers (Arr. J. Heifetz for violin and piano)Sergei Prokofiev, Jascha Heifetz, Emmanuel Bay
24 Preludes, Op. 34: No. 10 in C-Sharp Minor (Arr. D.M. Tsiganov for violin and piano)Dmitri Shostakovich, Jascha Heifetz, Emmanuel Bay
24 Preludes, Op. 34: No. 15 in D-Flat Major (Arr. Q. Maganini for violin and piano)Dmitri Shostakovich, Jascha Heifetz, Emmanuel Bay
The Golden Cockerel, Act II: Hymn to the Sun (Arr. F. Kreisler for violin and piano)Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov, Jascha Heifetz, Emmanuel Bay
Souvenir d'un lieu cher, Op. 42, TH 116: Souvenir d'un lieu cher, Op. 42: No. 3, MelodiePyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Jascha Heifetz, Emmanuel Bay
Nocturne No. 16 in E-Flat Major, Op. 55, No. 2 (Arr. J. Heifetz for violin and piano)Frédéric Chopin, Jascha Heifetz, Emmanuel Bay
21 Hungarian Dances, WoO 1: No. 7 in A Major (Arr. J. Joachim for violin and piano)Johannes Brahms, Jascha Heifetz, Emmanuel Bay
Orfeo ed Euridice, Act II: Dance of the Blessed Spirits, "Melodie" (Arr. F. Kreisler for violin and piano)Christoph Willibald Gluck, Jascha Heifetz, Emmanuel Bay
Carnival of the Animals: XIII. Le Cygne (the Swan) [arr. J. Heifetz for violin and piano]Camille Saint-Saëns, Jascha Heifetz, Emmanuel Bay
Waldscenen, Op. 82, No. 7. Vogel als Prophet (Bird as Prophet): Waldscenen, Op. 82: No. 7, Vogel als Prophet [Bird as Prophet] [arr. J. Heifetz for violin and piano]Robert Schumann, Jascha Heifetz, Emmanuel Bay
Dance No. 4 (Arr. J. Heifetz for violin and piano)Alexander Krein, Jascha Heifetz, Emmanuel Bay
Ruralia hungarica, Op. 32a: Andante rubato (Arr. F. Kreisler for violin and orchestra)Ernst von Dohnányi, Jascha Heifetz, Bell Telephone Hour Orchestra, Donald Voorhees
4 Impromptus, Op. 90, D. 899: No. 3 in G-Flat Major (Arr. J. Heifetz for violin and orchestra)Franz Schubert, Jascha Heifetz, Bell Telephone Hour Orchestra, Donald Voorhees
Spanish Dances, Op. 22: No. 1, Romanza andaluza (version for violin and orchestra) [Version for violin and orchestra]Pablo de Sarasate, Jascha Heifetz, Bell Telephone Hour Orchestra, Donald Voorhees
Spanish Dances, Op. 23: No. 6, Zapateado (version for violin and orchestra) [Version for violin and orchestra]Pablo de Sarasate, Jascha Heifetz, Bell Telephone Hour Orchestra, Donald Voorhees
Vinylscout