Immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of Russian classical music with Leonid Kogan's captivating album, "Leonid Kogan plays Russian Music." This exquisite collection, released on May 1, 2017, under the Praga Digitals label, showcases Kogan's virtuosity and deep connection with the violin. Spanning over two and a half hours, the album is a testament to Kogan's mastery of chamber music, featuring a diverse range of compositions that highlight his technical prowess and expressive depth.
The album opens with the dramatic Violin Concerto in D Minor, followed by a series of concertos and a partita that demonstrate Kogan's ability to navigate complex compositions with ease. Highlights include the Rhapsody-Concerto for Violin and Orchestra, which showcases Kogan's lyrical phrasing and dynamic range, and the Partita for Violin and Chamber Orchestra, after J.S. Bach's Partita No. 2 in D Minor, BWV 1004. This latter piece is a testament to Kogan's versatility, as he seamlessly blends Bach's Baroque style with the romantic sensibilities of Russian music.
Throughout the album, Kogan's playing is characterized by its clarity, precision, and emotional resonance. Whether he is performing a lively allegro or a tender adagio, he brings a unique sensitivity to each piece, making it his own. The album is a must-listen for anyone interested in classical music, and a testament to Leonid Kogan's enduring legacy as one of the greatest violinists of the 20th century.
2022 Little Tribeca2017 Praga Digitals
Tracks
Violin Concerto in D Minor: I. Allegro con fermezzaAram Khachaturian, Leonid Kogan, Boston Symphony Orchestra, Pierre Monteux
Violin Concerto in D Minor: II. Andante sostenutoAram Khachaturian, Leonid Kogan, Boston Symphony Orchestra, Pierre Monteux
Violin Concerto in D Minor: III. Allegro vivaceAram Khachaturian, Leonid Kogan, Boston Symphony Orchestra, Pierre Monteux
Rhapsody-Concerto for Violin and OrchestraAram Khachaturian, Leonid Kogan, USSR State Symphony Orchestra, Kirill Kondrashin
Violin Concerto No. 2 in C Major, Op. 23: I. Allegro con fuocoTikhon Khrennikov, Leonid Kogan, State Academic Symphony Orchestra, Yevgeny Svetlanov
Violin Concerto No. 2 in C Major, Op. 23: II. ModeratoTikhon Khrennikov, Leonid Kogan, State Academic Symphony Orchestra, Yevgeny Svetlanov
Violin Concerto No. 2 in C Major, Op. 23: III. Allegro moderato con fuocoTikhon Khrennikov, Leonid Kogan, State Academic Symphony Orchestra, Yevgeny Svetlanov
Violin Concerto No. 2 in G Minor: I. Allegro moderatoSergei Prokofiev, Leonid Kogan, USSR State Symphony Orchestra, Kirill Kondrashin
Violin Concerto No. 2 in G Minor: II. Andante assai - Allegretto - Andante assaiSergei Prokofiev, Leonid Kogan, USSR State Symphony Orchestra, Kirill Kondrashin
Violin Concerto No. 2 in G Minor: III. Allegro, ben marcatoSergei Prokofiev, Leonid Kogan, USSR State Symphony Orchestra, Kirill Kondrashin
Violin Concerto in G Minor, Op. 67: I. Allegro moltoMieczysław Weinberg, Leonid Kogan, Moscow Philharmonic Orchestra, Kirill Kondrashin
Violin Concerto in G Minor, Op. 67: II. AllegrettoMieczysław Weinberg, Leonid Kogan, Moscow Philharmonic Orchestra, Kirill Kondrashin
Violin Concerto in G Minor, Op. 67: III. AdagioMieczysław Weinberg, Leonid Kogan, Moscow Philharmonic Orchestra, Kirill Kondrashin
Violin Concerto in G Minor, Op. 67: IV. Allegro risolutoMieczysław Weinberg, Leonid Kogan, Moscow Philharmonic Orchestra, Kirill Kondrashin
Partita for Violin and Chamber Orchestra, after J.S. Bach Partita No. 2 in D Minor, BWV 1004: I. AllemandeEdison Denisov, Leonid Kogan, Instrumental Ensemble, Pavel Kogan
Partita for Violin and Chamber Orchestra, after J.S. Bach Partita No. 2 in D Minor, BWV 1004: II. CouranteEdison Denisov, Leonid Kogan, Instrumental Ensemble, Pavel Kogan
Partita for Violin and Chamber Orchestra, after J.S. Bach Partita No. 2 in D Minor, BWV 1004: III. SarabandeEdison Denisov, Leonid Kogan, Instrumental Ensemble, Pavel Kogan
Partita for Violin and Chamber Orchestra, after J.S. Bach Partita No. 2 in D Minor, BWV 1004: IV. GigueEdison Denisov, Leonid Kogan, Instrumental Ensemble, Pavel Kogan
Partita for Violin and Chamber Orchestra, after J.S. Bach Partita No. 2 in D Minor, BWV 1004: V. ChaconneEdison Denisov, Leonid Kogan, Instrumental Ensemble, Pavel Kogan
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