Gidon Kremer, the renowned Latvian violinist, presents a captivating journey through the world of classical music with his album "Porträt of the Artist." Released on December 20, 2006, under the prestigious Deutsche Grammophon label, this album spans a diverse range of genres, including chamber music, classical, tango, and minimalism, offering a rich and varied listening experience.
The album features a meticulously curated selection of pieces, showcasing Kremer's exceptional virtuosity and versatility. From the intricate and lively "Violin Concerto in D Major, Op. 77" by Johannes Brahms to the evocative and melancholic "Oblivion" by Astor Piazzolla, each track is a testament to Kremer's profound musicality and technical brilliance.
The album also includes works by lesser-known composers, such as the hauntingly beautiful "Fuga y misterio" arranged by Andrei Pushkarev, and the introspective "Wie der alte Leiermann..." by Franz Schubert. Kremer's interpretations breathe new life into these pieces, revealing their depths and nuances with sensitivity and insight.
With a duration of 2 hours and 37 minutes, "Porträt of the Artist" is a substantial and rewarding collection that highlights Gidon Kremer's enduring contribution to the world of classical music. Whether you are a seasoned enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album offers a compelling exploration of the violin's expressive range and the boundless creativity of its greatest interpreters.
Violin Concerto in D Major, Op. 77: I. Allegro non troppo (Cadenza: Reger) - LiveGidon Kremer, Wiener Philharmoniker, Leonard Bernstein
Violin Concerto in D Major, Op. 77: II. Adagio - LiveGidon Kremer, Wiener Philharmoniker, Leonard Bernstein
Violin Concerto in D Major, Op. 77: III. Allegro giocoso, ma non troppo vivace - LiveGidon Kremer, Wiener Philharmoniker, Leonard Bernstein
Sinfonia concertante for Violin and Viola in E-Flat Major, K. 364: II. AndanteGidon Kremer, Kim Kashkashian, Wiener Philharmoniker, Nikolaus Harnoncourt
Concerto for Violin, Piano & Strings in D Minor, MWV O4: III. Allegro moltoGidon Kremer, Martha Argerich, Orpheus Chamber Orchestra
Violin Concerto No. 1: I. Crotchet = 104 – Crotchet = 120Gidon Kremer, Wiener Philharmoniker, Christoph von Dohnányi
Concerto grosso No. 1: V. Rondo. AgitatoGidon Kremer, Tatiana Grindenko, Yuri Smirnov, Chamber Orchestra of Europe, Heinrich Schiff
Concerto da camera: 6. EpilogoGidon Kremer, Deutsche Kammerphilharmonie Bremen, Thomas Klug
Violin Sonata No. 7 in C Minor, Op. 30 No. 2: I. Allegro con brioGidon Kremer, Martha Argerich
Violin Sonata No. 7 in C Minor, Op. 30 No. 2: II. Adagio cantabileGidon Kremer, Martha Argerich
Violin Sonata No. 7 in C Minor, Op. 30 No. 2: III. Scherzo. AllegroGidon Kremer, Martha Argerich
Violin Sonata No. 7 in C Minor, Op. 30 No. 2: IV. Finale. AllegroGidon Kremer, Martha Argerich
Octet in F Major, D. 803: III. Allegro vivaceGidon Kremer, Isabelle van Keulen, Tabea Zimmermann, David Geringas, Alois Posch, Eduard Brunner, Radovan Vlatkovic, Klaus Thunemann
Paganiniana, Variations for Solo ViolinGidon Kremer
Sonata for Violin and Piano in E flat, Op. 18: 2. Improvisation (Andante cantabile)Gidon Kremer, Oleg Maisenberg
Piano Quartet No. 1 in G Minor, Op. 25: IV. Rondo alla ZingareseMartha Argerich, Gidon Kremer, Yuri Bashmet, Mischa Maisky
"Wie der alte Leiermann..."Gidon Kremer, Kremerata Baltica
Fuga y misterio - Arranged by Andrei PushkarevGidon Kremer, Andrei Pushkarev, Kremerata Baltica
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