Immerse yourself in the captivating world of Jenő Hubay's violin concertos with this remarkable album, featuring his Third and Fourth Violin Concertos, along with the enchanting Variations sur un thème hongrois. Released in 2003 by Hyperion, this collection showcases the brilliance of Hungarian virtuoso Hubay, a celebrated figure in the romantic violin concerto repertoire.
The album opens with the Third Violin Concerto in G Minor, Op. 99, a four-movement masterpiece that unfolds with a dramatic Introduction quasi Fantasia, followed by a lively Scherzo, a deeply expressive Adagio, and a fiery Allegro con fuoco. The Variations sur un thème hongrois, Op. 72, offer a delightful exploration of a Hungarian theme, with each variation revealing new facets of Hubay's compositional genius. The concertos conclude with the Fourth Violin Concerto in A Minor, Op. 101 "All'antica," a work that blends classical elegance with romantic passion, featuring a Preludio, a playful Corrente e Musette, a tender Larghetto, and a spirited Finale e Capriccio.
Performed by the acclaimed violinist Hagai Shaham, with the BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra under the baton of Martyn Brabbins, this album is a testament to the enduring appeal of Hubay's music. The performances are vivid and nuanced, capturing the essence of Hubay's romantic style and the technical virtuosity demanded by these works. Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album offers a rich and rewarding listening experience, highlighting the timeless beauty of Hubay's violin concertos.
Tracks
Violin Concerto No. 3 in G Minor, Op. 99: I. Introduction quasi fantasia. Moderato –Jenő Hubay, BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra, Martyn Brabbins, Hagai Shaham
Violin Concerto No. 3 in G Minor, Op. 99: II. Scherzo. PrestoJenő Hubay, Hagai Shaham, Martyn Brabbins, BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra
Violin Concerto No. 3 in G Minor, Op. 99: III. Adagio, moderatoJenő Hubay, BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra, Hagai Shaham, Martyn Brabbins
Violin Concerto No. 3 in G Minor, Op. 99: IV. Allegro con fuocoJenő Hubay, BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra, Hagai Shaham, Martyn Brabbins
Variations sur un thème hongrois, Op. 72: I. Introduction. Molto moderatoJenő Hubay, BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra, Hagai Shaham, Martyn Brabbins
Variations sur un thème hongrois, Op. 72: II. Theme. AdagioJenő Hubay, BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra, Hagai Shaham, Martyn Brabbins
Variations sur un thème hongrois, Op. 72: III. Var. 1. Un poco più vivoJenő Hubay, BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra, Hagai Shaham, Martyn Brabbins
Variations sur un thème hongrois, Op. 72: IV. Var. 2. AnimatoJenő Hubay, BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra, Hagai Shaham, Martyn Brabbins
Variations sur un thème hongrois, Op. 72: V. Var. 3. AllegroJenő Hubay, Martyn Brabbins, BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra, Hagai Shaham
Variations sur un thème hongrois, Op. 72: VI. Var. 4. ModeratoJenő Hubay, BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra, Hagai Shaham, Martyn Brabbins
Variations sur un thème hongrois, Op. 72: VII. Var. 5. Adagio non troppoJenő Hubay, BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra, Martyn Brabbins, Hagai Shaham
Variations sur un thème hongrois, Op. 72: VIII. Var. 6. Poco animatoJenő Hubay, BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra, Martyn Brabbins, Hagai Shaham
Variations sur un thème hongrois, Op. 72: IX. Var. 7. ModeratoJenő Hubay, Martyn Brabbins, Hagai Shaham, BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra
Variations sur un thème hongrois, Op. 72: X. Var. 8. Andante con motoJenő Hubay, BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra, Martyn Brabbins, Hagai Shaham
Variations sur un thème hongrois, Op. 72: XI. Var. 9. Allegro moderatoJenő Hubay, Martyn Brabbins, Hagai Shaham, BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra
Variations sur un thème hongrois, Op. 72: XII. Var. 10. Allegro moltoJenő Hubay, BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra, Martyn Brabbins, Hagai Shaham
Variations sur un thème hongrois, Op. 72: XIII. Var. 11. L'istesso tempoJenő Hubay, Martyn Brabbins, Hagai Shaham, BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra
Variations sur un thème hongrois, Op. 72: XIV. CadenzaJenő Hubay, Martyn Brabbins, BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra, Hagai Shaham
Variations sur un thème hongrois, Op. 72: XV. Theme. GraveJenő Hubay, BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra, Hagai Shaham, Martyn Brabbins
Violin Concerto No. 4 in A Minor, Op. 101 "All'antica": I. Preludio. LargoJenő Hubay, Martyn Brabbins, Hagai Shaham, BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra
Violin Concerto No. 4 in A Minor, Op. 101 "All'antica": II. Corrente e musette. PrestoJenő Hubay, BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra, Martyn Brabbins, Hagai Shaham
Violin Concerto No. 4 in A Minor, Op. 101 "All'antica": III. Larghetto, adagioJenő Hubay, Hagai Shaham, Martyn Brabbins, BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra
Violin Concerto No. 4 in A Minor, Op. 101 "All'antica": IV. Finale e capriccio. AllegroJenő Hubay, Martyn Brabbins, BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra, Hagai Shaham
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