Dive into the mesmerizing world of classical music with Gil Shaham and Jonathan Feldman's "The Devil's Dance," a captivating album released in 2000 under the prestigious Deutsche Grammophon label. This enchanting collection of 13 tracks, spanning a duration of 1 hour and 9 minutes, is a testament to Gil Shaham's extraordinary virtuosity and Jonathan Feldman's masterful accompaniment. The album is a delightful blend of classical and chamber music, featuring a variety of compositions that showcase the artists' technical brilliance and expressive depth.
From the hauntingly beautiful "Devil's Dance" from "The Witches of Eastwick" to the playful "A Transylvanian Lullaby" from "Young Frankenstein," the album takes you on a journey through a diverse range of musical styles and eras. Highlights include the intricate "Danse macabre" by Saint-Saëns, the enchanting "Graceful Ghost," and the diabolically challenging "Devil's Trill Sonata" by Tartini, which Shaham performs with remarkable skill and emotional resonance.
Gil Shaham, a violinist who rose to international fame in the 1990s, brings his devilishly dazzling virtuosity, glorious tone, and bewitching charm to this album. His performance is complemented by the exquisite piano playing of Jonathan Feldman, creating a harmonious blend that is both technically impressive and emotionally engaging. Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, "The Devil's Dance" is an album that will leave you spellbound and eager for more.
Tracks
The Witches of Eastwick: Devil's Dance (Arr. Williams)John Williams, Gil Shaham, Jonathan Feldman
A Transylvanian Lullaby (Arr. Feldman) - From "Young Frankenstein"John Leonard Morris, Gil Shaham, Jonathan Feldman
Lyric Pieces Op. 71: No. 3, Puck (Transcr. Achron for Violin and Piano)Edvard Grieg, Gil Shaham, Jonathan Feldman
Danse macabre, Op. 40 (Transcr.Saint-Saëns for Violin and Piano)Camille Saint-Saëns, Gil Shaham, Jonathan Feldman
Caprice fantastique (Arr. Révay)Erich Wolfgang Korngold, Gil Shaham, Jonathan Feldman
4 Ballads and Romances, Op. 75: No. 4, WalpurgisnachtJohannes Brahms, Gil Shaham, Jonathan Feldman
12 Gesänge, Op. 8: Hexenlied, MWV K 33Felix Mendelssohn, Gil Shaham, Jonathan Feldman
La Ronde des Lutins - Scherzo fantastique, Op. 25Antonio Bazzini, Gil Shaham, Jonathan Feldman
Graceful GhostWilliam Bolcom, Gil Shaham, Jonathan Feldman
Concert Fantasy on Gounod's FaustPablo de Sarasate, Gil Shaham, Jonathan Feldman
24 Caprices for Violin, Op. 1: No. 13 in B-Flat Major (Transcr. R. Schumann for Violin and Piano)Niccolò Paganini, Gil Shaham, Jonathan Feldman
Violin Sonata in G Minor, B. g5 "Devil's Trill" (Arr. Kreisler)Giuseppe Tartini, Gil Shaham, Jonathan Feldman
Sonata in A Minor, Op. 27 No. 2 "Jacques Thibaud": ObsessionEugène Ysaÿe, Gil Shaham, Jonathan Feldman
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