Immerse yourself in the captivating world of classical chamber music with "Milestones of a Violin Legend: Joseph Szigeti, Vol. 8." This album, released on May 3, 2019, under Intense Media GmbH, showcases the extraordinary talent of Joseph Szigeti, a violin virtuoso whose performances are nothing short of legendary.
Spanning a duration of one hour and five minutes, this collection features a diverse array of compositions, each meticulously performed by Szigeti. The album opens with the Violin Concerto in G Minor, BWV 1056R, edited by Szigeti himself, followed by the Violin Sonata in D Major, Op. 1 No. 13, HWV 371. The repertoire continues with the Violin Concerto in D Minor, DouT 45, the Violin Sonata in G Major, B.G19, and concludes with the Violin Sonata No. 2 in G Major, M. 77.
Each piece is a testament to Szigeti's mastery of the violin, showcasing his technical prowess and deep musicality. From the delicate Adagio of the Violin Sonata in D Major to the lively Allegro of the Violin Sonata No. 2 in G Major, Szigeti's performances are both dynamic and nuanced, offering a rich and engaging listening experience.
Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album is a must-listen. It's a celebration of Szigeti's contributions to the world of chamber music and a testament to his enduring legacy.
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Tracks
Violin Concerto in G Minor, BWV 1056R (Ed. J. Szigeti): I. —Johann Sebastian Bach, Joseph Szigeti, Columbia Symphony Orchestra, George Szell
Violin Concerto in G Minor, BWV 1056R (Ed. J. Szigeti): II. LargoJohann Sebastian Bach, Joseph Szigeti, Columbia Symphony Orchestra, George Szell
Violin Concerto in G Minor, BWV 1056R (Ed. J. Szigeti): III. PrestoJohann Sebastian Bach, Joseph Szigeti, Columbia Symphony Orchestra, George Szell
Violin Sonata in D Major, Op. 1 No. 13, HWV 371: I. AdagioGeorge Frideric Handel, Joseph Szigeti, Carlo Bussotti
Violin Sonata in D Major, Op. 1 No. 13, HWV 371: II. AllegroGeorge Frideric Handel, Joseph Szigeti, Carlo Bussotti
Violin Sonata in D Major, Op. 1 No. 13, HWV 371: III. LarghettoGeorge Frideric Handel, Joseph Szigeti, Carlo Bussotti
Violin Sonata in D Major, Op. 1 No. 13, HWV 371: IV. AllegroGeorge Frideric Handel, Joseph Szigeti, Carlo Bussotti
Violin Concerto in D Minor, DouT 45: I. AllegroGiuseppe Tartini, George Szell, Joseph Szigeti, Columbia Symphony Orchestra
Violin Concerto in D Minor, DouT 45: II. GraveGiuseppe Tartini, George Szell, Joseph Szigeti, Columbia Symphony Orchestra
Violin Concerto in D Minor, DouT 45: III. PrestoGiuseppe Tartini, George Szell, Joseph Szigeti, Columbia Symphony Orchestra
Violin Sonata in G Major, B.G19: I. AndanteGiuseppe Tartini, Joseph Szigeti, Carlo Bussotti
Violin Sonata in G Major, B.G19: II. AllegroGiuseppe Tartini, Joseph Szigeti, Carlo Bussotti
Violin Sonata in G Major, B.G19: III. PrestoGiuseppe Tartini, Joseph Szigeti, Carlo Bussotti
Violin Sonata No. 2 in G Major, M. 77: I. AllegrettoMaurice Ravel, Joseph Szigeti, Carlo Bussotti
Violin Sonata No. 2 in G Major, M. 77: II. Blues. ModeratoMaurice Ravel, Joseph Szigeti, Carlo Bussotti
Violin Sonata No. 2 in G Major, M. 77: III. Perpetuum mobile. AllegroMaurice Ravel, Joseph Szigeti, Carlo Bussotti