Anne Akiko Meyers - The Complete RCA Recordings is a comprehensive collection that showcases the extraordinary talent and versatility of the renowned violinist. Released in 1992 and later compiled in 2016, this album spans a impressive five hours and three minutes, featuring a diverse range of classical and Japanese classical pieces. Anne Akiko Meyers, known for her exquisite upper register described as "pure and intensely sweet" by The Strad, brings a unique refinement to each track.
The album includes iconic works such as Tchaikovsky's Violin Concerto in E Minor, Elgar's The Lark Ascending, and Massenet's Meditation from Thaïs, alongside lesser-known gems like the Scottish Fantasy and the Sonata for Violin and Piano in E-Flat Major. Meyers' collaboration with various composers and her ability to convey deep emotional resonance through her performances make this collection a standout in her discography.
Recorded between 1992 and 1997, the tracks were originally released on multiple CDs, now brought together in one cohesive compilation. This album is a testament to Meyers' artistry and her ability to captivate audiences with her expressive and technically masterful playing. Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this collection offers a rich and rewarding listening experience.
Tracks
Violin Concerto in E Minor, Op. 64: I. Allegro molto appassionatoFelix Mendelssohn, Anne Akiko Meyers, Andrew Litton
Violin Concerto in E Minor, Op. 64: II. AndanteFelix Mendelssohn, Anne Akiko Meyers, Andrew Litton
Violin Concerto in E Minor, Op. 64: III. Allegretto non troppo - Allegro molto vivaceFelix Mendelssohn, Anne Akiko Meyers, Andrew Litton
The Lark Ascending - Romance for Violin and OrchestraRalph Vaughan Williams, Anne Akiko Meyers, Andrew Litton, Philharmonia Orchestra
Romance for Violin and Orchestra in F Minor, Op. 11Antonín Dvořák, Anne Akiko Meyers, Andrew Litton, Philharmonia Orchestra
Thais, Act II: MeditationJules Massenet, Anne Akiko Meyers, Philharmonia Orchestra, Andrew Litton
Violin Concerto No. 1 in D Major, Op. 19: I. Andantino - Andante assaiSergei Prokofiev, Anne Akiko Meyers, Dmitri Kitayenko
Violin Concerto No. 1 in D Major, Op. 19: II. Scherzo - VivacissimoSergei Prokofiev, Anne Akiko Meyers, Dmitri Kitayenko
Violin Concerto No. 1 in D Major, Op. 19: III. Moderato - Allegro moderato - Moderato - Più tranquilloSergei Prokofiev, Anne Akiko Meyers, Dmitri Kitayenko
Violin Concerto in G Minor, Op. 63: I. Allegro moderatoSergei Prokofiev, Anne Akiko Meyers, Dmitri Kitayenko
Violin Concerto in G Minor, Op. 63: II. Andante assai - Allegrettto - Andante assaiSergei Prokofiev, Anne Akiko Meyers, Dmitri Kitayenko
Violin Concerto in G Minor, Op. 63: III. Allegro, ben marcatoSergei Prokofiev, Anne Akiko Meyers, Dmitri Kitayenko
Five Melodies, Op. 35: I. AndanteSergei Prokofiev, Anne Akiko Meyers, Dmitri Kitayenko
Five Melodies, Op. 35: II. Lento, ma non troppoSergei Prokofiev, Anne Akiko Meyers, Dmitri Kitayenko
Five Melodies, Op. 35: III. Animato, ma non allegroSergei Prokofiev, Anne Akiko Meyers, Dmitri Kitayenko
Five Melodies, Op. 35: IV. Allegretto leggero e scherzandoSergei Prokofiev, Anne Akiko Meyers, Dmitri Kitayenko
Five Melodies, Op. 35: V. Andante non troppoSergei Prokofiev, Anne Akiko Meyers, Dmitri Kitayenko
Symphonie espagnole, Op. 21: I. Allegro non troppoÉdouard Lalo, Anne Akiko Meyers, Jesús López-Cobos
Symphonie espagnole, Op. 21: II. Scherzando - Allegro moltoÉdouard Lalo, Anne Akiko Meyers, Jesús López-Cobos
Symphonie espagnole, Op. 21: III. Intermezzo - Allegretto non troppoÉdouard Lalo, Anne Akiko Meyers, Jesús López-Cobos
Symphonie espagnole, Op. 21: IV. AndanteÉdouard Lalo, Anne Akiko Meyers, Jesús López-Cobos
Symphonie espagnole, Op. 21: V. Rondo - AllegroÉdouard Lalo, Anne Akiko Meyers, Jesús López-Cobos
Scottish Fantasy for Violin, Orchestra and Harp in E-Flat Major, Op. 46: I. Introduction: GraveMax Bruch, Anne Akiko Meyers, Jesús López-Cobos, Aline Brewer
Scottish Fantasy for Violin, Orchestra and Harp in E-Flat Major, Op. 46: I. Adagio cantabileMax Bruch, Anne Akiko Meyers, Jesús López-Cobos, Aline Brewer
Scottish Fantasy for Violin, Orchestra and Harp in E-Flat Major, Op. 46: II. Allegro - AdagioMax Bruch, Anne Akiko Meyers, Jesús López-Cobos, Aline Brewer
Scottish Fantasy for Violin, Orchestra and Harp in E-Flat Major, Op. 46: III. Andante sostenutoMax Bruch, Anne Akiko Meyers, Jesús López-Cobos, Aline Brewer
Scottish Fantasy for Violin, Orchestra and Harp in E-Flat Major, Op. 46: IV. Finale - Allegro guerrieroMax Bruch, Anne Akiko Meyers, Jesús López-Cobos, Aline Brewer
Sonata for Violin and Piano in E-Flat Major, Op. 18: I. Allegro, ma non troppoRichard Strauss, Anne Akiko Meyers, Rohan De Silva
Sonata for Violin and Piano in E-Flat Major, Op. 18: II. Improvisation - Andante cantabileRichard Strauss, Anne Akiko Meyers, Rohan De Silva
Sonata for Violin and Piano in E-Flat Major, Op. 18: III. Finale - Andante - AllegroRichard Strauss, Anne Akiko Meyers, Rohan De Silva
Sonata in A Major for Piano and Violin: I. Allegretto ben moderatoCésar Franck, Anne Akiko Meyers, Rohan De Silva
Sonata in A Major for Piano and Violin: II. AllegroCésar Franck, Anne Akiko Meyers, Rohan De Silva
Sonata in A Major for Piano and Violin: III. Recitativo - Fantasia - Ben moderatoCésar Franck, Anne Akiko Meyers, Rohan De Silva
Sonata in A Major for Piano and Violin: IV. Allegretto poco mossoCésar Franck, Anne Akiko Meyers, Rohan De Silva
Sonatina for Violin & Piano: I. Allegro leggieroWalter Piston, Anne Akiko Meyers
Sonatina for Violin & Piano: II. Adagio espressivoWalter Piston, Anne Akiko Meyers
Sonatina for Violin & Piano: III. Allegro vivoWalter Piston, Anne Akiko Meyers
Sonata for Violin & Piano: I. Andante semplice - Allegro - Più mossoAaron Copland, Anne Akiko Meyers
Sonata for Violin & Piano: II. Lento - Poco più mossoAaron Copland, Anne Akiko Meyers
Sonata for Violin & Piano: III. Allegretto giustoAaron Copland, Anne Akiko Meyers
Sonata No. 4 for Violin & Piano "Children's Day at the Camp Meeting": I. Allegro - Allegro moltoCharles Ives, Anne Akiko Meyers
Sonata No. 4 for Violin & Piano "Children's Day at the Camp Meeting": II. Largo - Allegro - Andante con spirito - Adagio cantabileCharles Ives, Anne Akiko Meyers
Sonata No. 4 for Violin & Piano "Children's Day at the Camp Meeting": III. Allegro - Allegro moltoCharles Ives, Anne Akiko Meyers
Two Pieces for Violin & Piano: I. NocturneAaron Copland, Anne Akiko Meyers
BluesDavid Baker, Anne Akiko Meyers
Salut d'amour, Op. 12Edward Elgar, Anne Akiko Meyers, Sandra Rivers
Kojo no TsukiRentaro Taki, Anne Akiko Meyers, Sandra Rivers
Suite populaire espagnole after "7 canciones populares españolas": I. El paño morunoManuel de Falla, Anne Akiko Meyers, Sandra Rivers
Suite populaire espagnole after "7 canciones populares españolas": V. AsturianaManuel de Falla, Anne Akiko Meyers, Sandra Rivers
Suite populaire espagnole after "7 canciones populares españolas": VI. JotaManuel de Falla, Anne Akiko Meyers, Sandra Rivers
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