[Classical] Various Artists - Masters Of The Violin (2002) (2CD) [FLAC]

Various Artists - Masters Of The Violin (2002) (2CD)
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Masters of the Violin is a dazzling two-disc anthology that brings together the brilliance of some of the greatest violinists of the 20th century. Released by Universal Music in 2002, this compilation features an exceptional selection of beloved classical violin works, interpreted by legendary performers such as Itzhak Perlman, Salvatore Accardo, Gil Shaham, Anne-Sophie Mutter, and many more.

From the very first track—Accardo’s electrifying performance of Paganini’s La Campanella—the album sets a high bar, capturing both virtuosity and expressive nuance. The selections span a rich range of styles and eras, including Romantic showpieces like Sarasate’s Zigeunerweisen, Saint-Saëns’ Rondo Capriccioso (flawlessly performed by Perlman), and Massenet’s poignant Meditation from Thaïs by Joshua Bell.

Disc one focuses heavily on technically demanding works, showcasing the violinists’ technical mastery, while still leaving room for emotional depth—particularly in pieces like Bach’s Partita No.3 and Tartini’s Devil’s Trill Sonata. Paganini's iconic Caprices are featured multiple times, interpreted with fiery precision by Ricci, Mintz, and Accardo.

Disc two brings a more lyrical and melodic palette. Highlights include Schubert’s Ave Maria by Christian Ferras, Elgar’s Salut d’Amour by Kyung-Wha Chung, and the sparkling Flight of the Bumblebee performed at blistering speed by Henryk Szeryng. The compilation closes with folk-inflected gems like Bartók’s Six Romanian Dances and Dinicu’s Hora Staccato, ending the journey on a spirited note.

Whether you’re a seasoned classical enthusiast or a newcomer, Masters of the Violin offers a captivating experience—a showcase of the violin’s voice at its most tender, thrilling, and timeless. It’s a masterclass in beauty and brilliance.

Tracklist:
CD1
01 - SALVАTORE ACCARDO - La Campanella (Paganini) ...8:58
02 - ITZHAK PERLMAN - Introduction and Rondo Capriccioso (Saint-Saens) ...9:00
03 - RUGGIERO RICCI - Zigeunerweisen, Op.20 (Sarasate) ...8:18
04 - JOSHUA BELL - Meditation from Thais (Massenet) ...5:17
05 - PINCHAS ZUKERMAN - Presto from 'Summer', The Four Seasons (Vivaldi) ...2:48
06 - NATHAN MILSTEIN - Preludio from Partita No.3 in E, BWV 1006 (J.S.Bach) ...3:36
07 - GIDON KREMER - Gavotte and Rondo from Partita No.3, BWV 1006 (J.S.Bach) ...2:50
08 - GIL SHAHAM - Sonata No.4 'The Devil's Trill' (Tartini) ...14:15
09 - HENRYK SZERYNG - Tambourin (Lechlair) ...3:05
10 - ARTHUR GRUMIAUX - Minuet in G (Beethoven) ...2:38
11 - CHRISTIAN FERRAS - Spring Song (Mendelssohn-Bartholdy) ...2:15
12 - GIL SHAHAM - Romance from Violin Concerto No.2 (Wieniawski) ...5:09
13 - SHLOMO MINTZ - Caprice No.9 in E Major (Paganini) ...2:43
14 - RUGGIERO RICCI - Caprice No.17 in E-Flat Major (Paganini) ...2:47
15 - SALVATORE ACCARDO - Caprice No.24 in A Minor (Paganini) ...4:26

CD2
01 - ARTHUR GRUMIAUX - Humoresque Op.101, No.7 (Antonin Dvorak) ...3:22
02 - KYUNG-WHA CHUNG - Salut D'amour Op.12 (Edward Elgar) ...2:59
03 - LEILA JOSEFOWICZ - Polonaise No.1 in D, Op.4 (Henryk Wieniawski) ...5:35
04 - CHRISTIAN FERRAS - Ave Maria D839 (Franz Schubert) ...5:19
05 - HENRYK SZERYNG - Flight of the Bumblebee From The Legend of Tsar Saltan (Nikolay Rimsky-Korsakov) ...1:17
06 - JOSHUA BELL - Liebesfreud from Three Old Viennese Dances (Fritz Kreisler) ...3:50
07 - KYUNG-WHA CHUNG - Liebesleid from Three Old Viennese Dance (Fritz Kreisler) ...3:33
08 - RUGGIERO RICCI - Hebrew Melody, Op.33 (Joseph Achron) ...5:59
09 - HENRYK SZERYNG - Waltz 'La plus que lente' (Claude Debussy)' ...4:04
10 - NATHAN MILSTEIN - Canzonetta (Andante) from Vilin Concerto in D, Op.35 (Peter Ilyich Tchaikovsky) ...6:22
11 - ARTHUR GRUMIAUX - Nigun from Baal Shem (Ernest Bloch) ...5:59
12 - ANNE-SOPHIE, MUTTER - Berceuse, Op.16 (Gabriel Faure) ...4:27
13 - JOSHUA BELL - Hungarian Dance No.1 in G Minor (Johannes Brahms) ...3:23
14 - GIL SHAHAM - Tzigane-Concert Rhapsody for Violin and Piano (Maurice Ravel) ...9:47
15 - ARTHUR GRUMIAUX - Andaluza (Dance No.5) from Danzas Espanola, Op.37 (Enrique Granados) ...3:57
16 - CHRISTIAN FERRAS - Hora Staccato (Grigoras Dinicu) ...2:19
17 - HENRYK SZERYNG - Six Romanian Folk Dances, Sz56 (Bela Bartok) ...5:55

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