Immerse yourself in the timeless elegance of classical music with Itzhak Perlman's "Itzhak Perlman plays Violin Favorites." This exquisite collection, released on September 3, 2025, under the UME - Global Clearing House label, showcases Perlman's virtuosity and deep connection with the violin. Spanning over five hours, this album is a comprehensive journey through some of the most beloved works in the classical and chamber music genres.
The album features a diverse range of compositions, from the passionate "Carmen Fantasy" by Franz Waxman to the enchanting "The Four Seasons" by Antonio Vivaldi, performed live with Perlman's signature brilliance. You'll also find masterpieces by Saint-Saëns, Mozart, Tchaikovsky, Sibelius, and more, each piece meticulously crafted to highlight Perlman's unparalleled skill and emotional depth.
Whether you're a seasoned classical aficionado or a newcomer to the genre, this album offers a rich and rewarding listening experience. Itzhak Perlman's playing is nothing short of transcendent, making this a collection that will resonate with listeners for years to come.
Tracks
Carmen Fantasy, Op. 25: Introduction. Allegro moderatoPablo de Sarasate, Itzhak Perlman, New York Philharmonic, Zubin Mehta
Carmen Fantasy, Op. 25: I. ModeratoPablo de Sarasate, Itzhak Perlman, New York Philharmonic, Zubin Mehta
Carmen Fantasy, Op. 25: III. Allegro moderatoPablo de Sarasate, Itzhak Perlman, New York Philharmonic, Zubin Mehta
Carmen Fantasy, Op. 25: II. Lento assaiPablo de Sarasate, Itzhak Perlman, New York Philharmonic, Zubin Mehta
Carmen Fantasy, Op. 25: IV. ModeratoPablo de Sarasate, Itzhak Perlman, New York Philharmonic, Zubin Mehta
The Four Seasons, Spring, Violin Concerto in E Major, RV 269, Op. 8 No. 1: I. Allegro - LiveAntonio Vivaldi, Isaac Stern, Israel Philharmonic Orchestra, Zubin Mehta
The Four Seasons, Summer, Violin Concerto in G Minor, RV 315, Op. 8 No. 2: I. Allegro non molto – Allegro - LiveAntonio Vivaldi, Pinchas Zukerman, Israel Philharmonic Orchestra, Zubin Mehta
The Four Seasons, Summer, Violin Concerto in G Minor, RV 315, Op. 8 No. 2: III. Presto - LiveAntonio Vivaldi, Pinchas Zukerman, Israel Philharmonic Orchestra, Zubin Mehta
Introduction et Rondo capriccioso, Op. 28: I. IntroductionCamille Saint-Saëns, Itzhak Perlman, New York Philharmonic, Zubin Mehta
Introduction et Rondo capriccioso, Op. 28: II. Rondo capricciosoCamille Saint-Saëns, Itzhak Perlman, New York Philharmonic, Zubin Mehta
Sonata for Violin and Piano No. 1 in A, Op. 13: III. Allegro vivoGabriel Fauré, Itzhak Perlman, Emanuel Ax
Violin Sonata, CFF 123: I. Allegretto ben moderatoCésar Franck, Itzhak Perlman, Vladimir Ashkenazy
Havanaise, Op. 83, R.202Camille Saint-Saëns, Itzhak Perlman, New York Philharmonic, Zubin Mehta
Violin Sonata in E Minor, K. 304: II. Tempo di menuetto – DolceWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Itzhak Perlman, Daniel Barenboim
Violin Sonata in B-Flat Major, K. 378: III. Rondo. AllegroWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Itzhak Perlman, Daniel Barenboim
Violin Sonata in F Major, K. 547 "Für Anfänger": I. Andantino cantabileWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Itzhak Perlman, Daniel Barenboim
Sonata for Violin and Piano in E flat, Op. 18: II. Improvisation (Andante cantabile)Richard Strauss, Itzhak Perlman, Emanuel Ax
Poème, Op. 25: I. Lento e misteriosoErnest Chausson, Itzhak Perlman, New York Philharmonic, Zubin Mehta
Poème, Op. 25: II. Poco lentoErnest Chausson, Itzhak Perlman, New York Philharmonic, Zubin Mehta
The Four Seasons, Winter, Violin Concerto in F Minor, RV 297, Op. 8 No. 4: I. Allegro non molto - LiveAntonio Vivaldi, Itzhak Perlman, Israel Philharmonic Orchestra, Zubin Mehta
The Four Seasons, Winter, Violin Concerto in F Minor, RV 297, Op. 8 No. 4: II. Largo - LiveAntonio Vivaldi, Itzhak Perlman, Israel Philharmonic Orchestra, Zubin Mehta
The Four Seasons, Winter, Violin Concerto in F Minor, RV 297, Op. 8 No. 4: III. Allegro - LiveAntonio Vivaldi, Itzhak Perlman, Israel Philharmonic Orchestra, Zubin Mehta
Rêverie et Caprice, Op. 8Hector Berlioz, Itzhak Perlman, Orchestre de Paris, Daniel Barenboim
Tzigane, M. 76Maurice Ravel, Itzhak Perlman, Myor Rosen, New York Philharmonic, Zubin Mehta
Sinfonia concertante for Violin and Viola in E-Flat Major, K. 364: I. Allegro maestoso - Live at Frederic R. Mann Auditorium, Tel Aviv, 1982Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Itzhak Perlman, Pinchas Zukerman, Israel Philharmonic Orchestra, Zubin Mehta
Sinfonia concertante for Violin and Viola in E-Flat Major, K. 364: II. Andante - Live at Frederic R. Mann Auditorium, Tel Aviv, 1982Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Itzhak Perlman, Pinchas Zukerman, Israel Philharmonic Orchestra, Zubin Mehta
Sinfonia concertante for Violin and Viola in E-Flat Major, K. 364: III. Presto - Live at Frederic R. Mann Auditorium, Tel Aviv, 1982Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Itzhak Perlman, Pinchas Zukerman, Israel Philharmonic Orchestra, Zubin Mehta
Violin Sonata No. 5 in F Major, Op. 24 "Spring": I. AllegroLudwig van Beethoven, Itzhak Perlman, Vladimir Ashkenazy
Violin Sonata No. 5 in F Major, Op. 24 "Spring": II. Adagio molto espressivoLudwig van Beethoven, Itzhak Perlman, Vladimir Ashkenazy
Violin Sonata No. 5 in F Major, Op. 24 "Spring": III. Scherzo. Allegro moltoLudwig van Beethoven, Itzhak Perlman, Vladimir Ashkenazy
Symphonie espagnole, Op. 21: I. Allegro non troppoÉdouard Lalo, Itzhak Perlman, Orchestre de Paris, Daniel Barenboim
Violin Concerto No. 3 in G Major, K. 216: II. Adagio (Cadenza Itzhak Perlman)Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Itzhak Perlman, Wiener Philharmoniker, James Levine
Violin Concerto No. 4 in D Major, K. 218 (Cadenzas: Perlman): I. AllegroWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Itzhak Perlman, Wiener Philharmoniker, James Levine
Violin Concerto No. 3 in B Minor, Op. 61: I. Allegro non troppoCamille Saint-Saëns, Itzhak Perlman, Orchestre de Paris, Daniel Barenboim
Violin Concerto No. 3 in B Minor, Op. 61: II. Andantino quasi allegrettoCamille Saint-Saëns, Itzhak Perlman, Orchestre de Paris, Daniel Barenboim
Violin Concerto No. 3 in B Minor, Op. 61: III. Molto moderato e maestoso – Allegro non troppoCamille Saint-Saëns, Itzhak Perlman, Orchestre de Paris, Daniel Barenboim
Violin Concerto in B Minor, Op. 61: I. AllegroEdward Elgar, Itzhak Perlman, Chicago Symphony Orchestra, Daniel Barenboim
Violin Concerto in B Minor, Op. 61: II. AndanteEdward Elgar, Itzhak Perlman, Chicago Symphony Orchestra, Daniel Barenboim
Violin Concerto in B Minor, Op. 61: III. Allegro moltoEdward Elgar, Itzhak Perlman, Chicago Symphony Orchestra, Daniel Barenboim
Violin Concerto in D Major, Op. 35: I. Allegro moderatoPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Ilya Gringolts, Israel Philharmonic Orchestra, Itzhak Perlman
Violin Concerto in D Major, Op. 35: II. Canzonetta. AndantePyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Ilya Gringolts, Israel Philharmonic Orchestra, Itzhak Perlman
Violin Concerto in D Major, Op. 35: III. Finale. Allegro vivacissimoPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Ilya Gringolts, Israel Philharmonic Orchestra, Itzhak Perlman
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