Immerse yourself in the timeless elegance of Fritz Kreisler, one of the most celebrated violinists of all time, with the comprehensive compilation "Icon: Fritz Kreisler." Released in 2009 by Warner Classics, this extensive collection spans over seven hours and features 97 tracks, showcasing Kreisler's virtuosity and profound musicality.
The album is a treasure trove of classical masterpieces, including violin concertos by Mozart, Beethoven, Mendelssohn, and Brahms, as well as Kreisler's own compositions. Each piece is performed with the warmth, expressiveness, and technical brilliance that made Fritz Kreisler a legend in the classical music world. The inclusion of his own cadenzas in the concertos adds a personal touch, highlighting his unique interpretive skills.
Beyond the concertos, the album also features Kreisler's String Quartet in A Minor and a selection of Beethoven's Violin Sonatas, offering a diverse range of his repertoire. The compilation is a testament to Kreisler's enduring legacy, capturing the essence of his artistry and the depth of his musical insights.
Whether you are a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, "Icon: Fritz Kreisler" offers an unparalleled opportunity to experience the genius of one of the greatest violinists in history. This album is not just a collection of performances; it is a celebration of Fritz Kreisler's contributions to the world of music, making it an essential addition to any classical music library.
Tracks
Mozart: Violin Concerto No. 4 in D Major, K. 218: I. Allegro (Cadenza by Kreisler)Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Fritz Kreisler, Sir Landon Ronald & His Orchestra, Landon Ronald, Unknown Orchestra
Mozart: Violin Concerto No. 4 in D Major, K. 218: II. Andante cantabile (Cadenza by Kreisler)Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Fritz Kreisler, Sir Landon Ronald & His Orchestra, Landon Ronald, Unknown Orchestra
Mozart: Violin Concerto No. 4 in D Major, K. 218: III. Rondeau. Andante grazioso (Cadenza by Kreisler)Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Fritz Kreisler, Sir Landon Ronald & His Orchestra, Landon Ronald, Unknown Orchestra
Beethoven: Violin Concerto in D Major, Op. 61: I. Allegro ma non troppo (Cadenza by Kreisler)Ludwig van Beethoven, Fritz Kreisler, Leo Blech, Berlin State Opera Orchestra, Staatskapelle Berlin
Beethoven: Violin Concerto in D Major, Op. 61: II. LarghettoLudwig van Beethoven, Fritz Kreisler, Leo Blech, Berlin State Opera Orchestra, Staatskapelle Berlin
Beethoven: Violin Concerto in D Major, Op. 61: III. Rondo. Allegro (Cadenza by Kreisler)Ludwig van Beethoven, Fritz Kreisler, Leo Blech, Berlin State Opera Orchestra, Staatskapelle Berlin
Mozart: Violin Concerto No. 4 in D Major, K. 218: I. Allegro (Cadenza by Kreisler)Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Fritz Kreisler, Sir Malcolm Sargent, London Philharmonic Orchestra
Mozart: Violin Concerto No. 4 in D Major, K. 218: II. Andante cantabileWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Fritz Kreisler, Sir Malcolm Sargent, London Philharmonic Orchestra
Mozart: Violin Concerto No. 4 in D Major, K. 218: III. Rondeau (Andante grazioso) [Cadenza by Kreisler]Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Fritz Kreisler, Sir Malcolm Sargent, London Philharmonic Orchestra
Beethoven: Violin Concerto in D Major, Op. 61: I. Allegro ma non troppo (Cadenza by Kreisler)Ludwig van Beethoven, Fritz Kreisler, Sir John Barbirolli, London Philharmonic Orchestra
Beethoven: Violin Concerto in D Major, Op. 61: II. LarghettoLudwig van Beethoven, Fritz Kreisler, Sir John Barbirolli, London Philharmonic Orchestra
Beethoven: Violin Concerto in D Major, Op. 61: III. Rondo. Allegro (Cadenza by Kreisler)Ludwig van Beethoven, Fritz Kreisler, Sir John Barbirolli, London Philharmonic Orchestra
Mendelssohn: Violin Concerto in E Minor, Op. 64, MWV O14: I. Allegro molto appassionatoFelix Mendelssohn, Fritz Kreisler, Leo Blech, Berlin State Opera Orchestra, Staatskapelle Berlin
Mendelssohn: Violin Concerto in E Minor, Op. 64, MWV O14: II. AndanteFelix Mendelssohn, Fritz Kreisler, Leo Blech, Berlin State Opera Orchestra, Staatskapelle Berlin
Mendelssohn: Violin Concerto in E Minor, Op. 64, MWV O14: III. Allegretto non troppo - Allegro molto vivaceFelix Mendelssohn, Fritz Kreisler, Leo Blech, Berlin State Opera Orchestra, Staatskapelle Berlin
Brahms: Violin Concerto in D Major, Op. 77: I. Allegro non troppo (Cadenza by Kreisler)Johannes Brahms, Fritz Kreisler, Leo Blech, Berlin State Opera Orchestra
Brahms: Violin Concerto in D Major, Op. 77: II. AdagioJohannes Brahms, Fritz Kreisler, Leo Blech, Berlin State Opera Orchestra
Brahms: Violin Concerto in D Major, Op. 77: III. Allegro giocoso, ma non troppo vivaceJohannes Brahms, Fritz Kreisler, Leo Blech, Berlin State Opera Orchestra
Mendelssohn: Violin Concerto in E Minor, Op. 64, MWV O14: I. Allegro molto appassionatoFelix Mendelssohn, Fritz Kreisler, Sir Landon Ronald, London Philharmonic Orchestra, Landon Ronald
Mendelssohn: Violin Concerto in E Minor, Op. 64, MWV O14: II. AndanteFelix Mendelssohn, Fritz Kreisler, Sir Landon Ronald, London Philharmonic Orchestra, Landon Ronald
Mendelssohn: Violin Concerto in E Minor, Op. 64, MWV O14: III. Allegretto non troppo - Allegro molto vivaceFelix Mendelssohn, Fritz Kreisler, Sir Landon Ronald, London Philharmonic Orchestra, Landon Ronald
Brahms: Violin Concerto in D Major, Op. 77: I. Allegro non troppo (Cadenza by Kreisler)Johannes Brahms, Fritz Kreisler, Sir John Barbirolli, London Philharmonic Orchestra
Brahms: Violin Concerto in D Major, Op. 77: II. AdagioJohannes Brahms, Fritz Kreisler, Sir John Barbirolli, London Philharmonic Orchestra
Brahms: Violin Concerto in D Major, Op. 77: III. Allegro giocoso, ma non troppo vivace (Cadenza by Kreisler)Johannes Brahms, Fritz Kreisler, Sir John Barbirolli, London Philharmonic Orchestra
Bruch: Violin Concerto No. 1 in G Minor, Op. 26: I. Prelude. Allegro moderatoMax Bruch, Fritz Kreisler, Sir Eugene Goossens, Royal Albert Hall Orchestra, Eugene Goossens
Bruch: Violin Concerto No. 1 in G Minor, Op. 26: II. AdagioMax Bruch, Fritz Kreisler, Sir Eugene Goossens, Royal Albert Hall Orchestra, Eugene Goossens
Bruch: Violin Concerto No. 1 in G Minor, Op. 26: III. Finale. Allegro energicoMax Bruch, Fritz Kreisler, Sir Eugene Goossens, Royal Albert Hall Orchestra, Eugene Goossens
Kreisler: String Quartet in A Minor: I. Fantasie (Moderato)Fritz Kreisler, Kreisler String Quartet
Kreisler: String Quartet in A Minor: II. Scherzo (Allegro vivo con spirito - Molto moderato)Fritz Kreisler, Kreisler String Quartet
Kreisler: String Quartet in A Minor: III. Einleitung und Romanze (Allegretto - Andante con moto)Fritz Kreisler, Kreisler String Quartet
Kreisler: String Quartet in A Minor: IV. Finale (Allegro molto moderato)Fritz Kreisler, Kreisler String Quartet
Beethoven: Violin Sonata No. 1 in D Major, Op. 12 No. 1: I. Allegro con brioLudwig van Beethoven, Fritz Kreisler, Franz Rupp
Beethoven: Violin Sonata No. 1 in D Major, Op. 12 No. 1: II. Tema con variazioni. Andante con motoLudwig van Beethoven, Fritz Kreisler, Franz Rupp
Beethoven: Violin Sonata No. 1 in D Major, Op. 12 No. 1: III. Rondo. AllegroLudwig van Beethoven, Fritz Kreisler, Franz Rupp
Beethoven: Violin Sonata No. 2 in A Major, Op. 12 No. 2: I. Allegro vivaceLudwig van Beethoven, Fritz Kreisler, Franz Rupp
Beethoven: Violin Sonata No. 2 in A Major, Op. 12 No. 2: II. Andante, più tosto allegrettoLudwig van Beethoven, Fritz Kreisler, Franz Rupp
Beethoven: Violin Sonata No. 2 in A Major, Op. 12 No. 2: III. Allegro piacevoleLudwig van Beethoven, Fritz Kreisler, Franz Rupp
Beethoven: Violin Sonata No. 3 in E-Flat Major, Op. 12 No. 3: I. Allegro con spiritoLudwig van Beethoven, Fritz Kreisler, Franz Rupp
Beethoven: Violin Sonata No. 3 in E-Flat Major, Op. 12 No. 3: II. Adagio con molt'espressioneLudwig van Beethoven, Fritz Kreisler, Franz Rupp
Beethoven: Violin Sonata No. 3 in E-Flat Major, Op. 12 No. 3: III. Rondo. Allegro moltoLudwig van Beethoven, Fritz Kreisler, Franz Rupp
Beethoven: Violin Sonata No. 4 in A Minor, Op. 23: I. PrestoLudwig van Beethoven, Fritz Kreisler, Franz Rupp
Beethoven: Violin Sonata No. 4 in A Minor, Op. 23: II. Andante scherzosoLudwig van Beethoven, Fritz Kreisler, Franz Rupp
Beethoven: Violin Sonata No. 4 in A Minor, Op. 23: III. Allegro moltoLudwig van Beethoven, Fritz Kreisler, Franz Rupp
Beethoven: Violin Sonata No. 5 in F Major, Op. 24 "Spring": I. AllegroLudwig van Beethoven, Fritz Kreisler, Franz Rupp
Beethoven: Violin Sonata No. 5 in F Major, Op. 24 "Spring": II. Adagio molto espressivoLudwig van Beethoven, Fritz Kreisler, Franz Rupp
Beethoven: Violin Sonata No. 5 in F Major, Op. 24 "Spring": III. Scherzo. Allegro moltoLudwig van Beethoven, Fritz Kreisler, Franz Rupp
Beethoven: Violin Sonata No. 5 in F Major, Op. 24 "Spring": IV. Rondo. Allegro ma non troppoLudwig van Beethoven, Fritz Kreisler, Franz Rupp
Beethoven: Violin Sonata No. 6 in A Major, Op. 30 No. 1: I. AllegroLudwig van Beethoven, Fritz Kreisler, Franz Rupp
Beethoven: Violin Sonata No. 6 in A Major, Op. 30 No. 1: II. Adagio molto espressivoLudwig van Beethoven, Fritz Kreisler, Franz Rupp
Beethoven: Violin Sonata No. 6 in A Major, Op. 30 No. 1: III. Allegretto con variazioniLudwig van Beethoven, Fritz Kreisler, Franz Rupp
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