Immerse yourself in the captivating world of classical music with Ilya Gringolts' stunning album, "Arensky: Violin Concerto; Taneyev: Suite de concert." Released on February 1, 2009, under the Hyperion label, this album is a testament to Gringolts' virtuosity and the BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra's exceptional skill, conducted by Ilan Volkov.
The album features two remarkable works: Anton Arensky's Violin Concerto in A Minor, Op. 54, and Sergei Taneyev's Concert Suite for Violin and Orchestra, Op. 28. The Violin Concerto is a blazing masterpiece, performed with passion and precision by Gringolts, who brings out the depth and intensity of Arensky's composition. The Concerto is divided into four movements, each showcasing Gringolts' technical prowess and emotional range.
The Concert Suite, on the other hand, is a formally unusual work consisting of five movements, each in an antique form such as the Gavotte. This suite is a delightful exploration of various musical styles and forms, beautifully performed by Gringolts and the orchestra. The suite's highlight is the extensive fourth movement, a Theme & Variations that offers a fascinating journey through different musical moods and tempos.
With a total duration of one hour, this album is a comprehensive exploration of two significant works in the classical repertoire. Gringolts' playing is backed to the hilt by the BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra, resulting in a recording that is both powerful and nuanced. Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album is sure to captivate and inspire.
Tracks
Violin Concerto in A Minor, Op. 54: I. AllegroAnton Arensky, Ilya Gringolts, BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra, Ilan Volkov
Violin Concerto in A Minor, Op. 54: II. Adagio non troppo – AllegroAnton Arensky, Ilan Volkov, Ilya Gringolts, BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra
Violin Concerto in A Minor, Op. 54: III. Tempo di valseAnton Arensky, Ilya Gringolts, BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra, Ilan Volkov
Violin Concerto in A Minor, Op. 54: IV. Poco meno mosso – Tempo I – Cadenza – Tempo IAnton Arensky, Ilya Gringolts, Ilan Volkov, BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra
Concert Suite for Violin and Orchestra, Op. 28: I. Prelude. GraveSergei Taneyev, BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra, Ilya Gringolts, Ilan Volkov
Concert Suite for Violin and Orchestra, Op. 28: II. Gavotte. Allegro moderatoSergei Taneyev, BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra, Ilan Volkov, Ilya Gringolts
Concert Suite for Violin and Orchestra, Op. 28: III. Märchen "Tale". AndantinoSergei Taneyev, Ilya Gringolts, Ilan Volkov, BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra
Concert Suite for Violin and Orchestra, Op. 28: IV. Theme & Variations: a. Theme. AndantinoSergei Taneyev, Ilan Volkov, Ilya Gringolts, BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra
Concert Suite for Violin and Orchestra, Op. 28: IV. Theme & Variations: b. Var. 1. Allegro moderatoSergei Taneyev, BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra, Ilan Volkov, Ilya Gringolts
Concert Suite for Violin and Orchestra, Op. 28: IV. Theme & Variations: c. Var. 2. Allegro energicoSergei Taneyev, Ilya Gringolts, BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra, Ilan Volkov
Concert Suite for Violin and Orchestra, Op. 28: IV. Theme & Variations: d. Var. 3. Tempo di valseSergei Taneyev, Ilya Gringolts, BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra, Ilan Volkov
Concert Suite for Violin and Orchestra, Op. 28: IV. Theme & Variations: e. Var. 4. Fuga doppia. Allegro moltoSergei Taneyev, Ilya Gringolts, BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra, Ilan Volkov
Concert Suite for Violin and Orchestra, Op. 28: IV. Theme & Variations: f. Var. 5. Presto scherzandoSergei Taneyev, BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra, Ilan Volkov, Ilya Gringolts
Concert Suite for Violin and Orchestra, Op. 28: IV. Theme & Variations: g. Var. 6. Tempo di mazurka. Allegro con fuocoSergei Taneyev, Ilan Volkov, BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra, Ilya Gringolts
Concert Suite for Violin and Orchestra, Op. 28: IV. Theme & Variations: h. Finale – Coda. AndanteSergei Taneyev, Ilan Volkov, Ilya Gringolts, BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra
Concert Suite for Violin and Orchestra, Op. 28: V. Tarantella. Presto – Più prestoSergei Taneyev, Ilan Volkov, Ilya Gringolts, BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra
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