Immerse yourself in the timeless artistry of Mischa Elman, a Russian-American violin virtuoso renowned for his passionate performances and exquisite tone. "The Solo Victor Recordings" is a meticulously curated collection of Elman's historic recordings from the early 20th century, originally released between 1913 and 1924, and reissued on CD in 1990 by Biddulph Recordings. This album spans a little over an hour and seventeen minutes, featuring 25 tracks that showcase Elman's extraordinary technical prowess and deep musical sensitivity.
The album is a treasure trove of classical masterpieces, including arrangements for violin and piano of beloved works by composers such as Rimsky-Korsakov, Tchaikovsky, Grieg, Schumann, and Wagner. Highlights include the hauntingly beautiful "Méditation" from Thaïs, the enchanting "Air on the G String" from Bach's Orchestral Suite No. 3, and the lively "Tango" from España. Each piece is performed with Elman's signature expressiveness, making this collection a testament to his enduring legacy.
Accompanied by the skilled pianist Percy Kahn, Elman's performances are a blend of technical brilliance and emotional depth, offering a glimpse into the golden age of violin playing. Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album is a captivating journey through some of the most cherished works in the violin repertoire, performed by one of the most celebrated musicians of his time.
Tracks
Simple aveu, Op. 25 (Arr. for Violin & Piano)Francis Thomé, Mischa Elman, Philip Gordon
Valse caprice, Op. 16Karl Rissland, Mischa Elman, Philip Gordon
SouvenirFrantišek Drdla, Mischa Elman, Philip Gordon
The Ruins of Athens, Op. 113: No. 4, Marcia alla turca (Arr. L. Auer for Violin & Piano)Ludwig van Beethoven, Mischa Elman, Joseph Bonime
España, Op. 165, B. 37: No. 2, Tango (Arr. M. Elman for Violin & Piano)Isaac Albéniz, Mischa Elman, Joseph Bonime
The Golden Cockerel: Hymn to the Sun (Arr. S. Franko for Violin & Piano)Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov, Mischa Elman, Joseph Bonime
Nocturne No. 8 in D-Flat Major, Op. 27 No. 2, B. 96 (Arr. A. Wilhelmj for Violin & Piano)Frédéric Chopin, Mischa Elman, Joseph Bonime
Waltz in A MajorJohann Nepomuk Hummel, Mischa Elman, Joseph Bonime
Les millions d'Arlequin: Sérénade (Arr. L. Auer for Violin & Piano)Riccardo Drigo, Mischa Elman, Joseph Bonime
6 Romances, Op. 6, TH 93: No. 6, None but the Lonely Heart (Arr. M. Elman for Violin & Piano)Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Mischa Elman, Joseph Bonime
Caprice basque, Op. 24Pablo de Sarasate, Mischa Elman, Joseph Bonime
Kol nidrei, Op. 47 (Arr. for Violin & Piano)Max Bruch, Mischa Elman, Joseph Bonime
Lyric Pieces, Op. 54: No. 4, Notturno (Arr. M. Elman for Violin & Piano)Edvard Grieg, Mischa Elman, Joseph Bonime
Songs Without Words, Book 6, Op. 67: No. 6 in E Major, MWV U 188 "Cradle Song" (Arr. M. Elman for Violin & Piano)Felix Mendelssohn, Mischa Elman, Joseph Bonime
6 Lieder, Op. 72: No. 1, Es blinkt der Tau (Arr. M. Elman for Violin & Piano)Anton Rubinstein, Mischa Elman, Joseph Bonime
Souvenir d'un lieu cher, Op. 42, TH 116: No. 3, MélodiePyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Mischa Elman, Joseph Bonime
Thaïs: Méditation (Arr. M.P. Marsick for Violin & Piano)Jules Massenet, Mischa Elman, Joseph Bonime
Orchestral Suite No. 3 in D Major, BWV 1068: II. Air "Air on the G String" (Arr. A. Wilhelmj for Violin & Piano)Johann Sebastian Bach, Mischa Elman, Joseph Bonime
Humoresques, Op. 101, B. 187: No. 7, Poco lento e grazioso (Arr. M. Elman for Violin & Piano)Antonín Dvořák, Mischa Elman, Joseph Bonime
Fantasia on Themes from Gounod's "Faust", Op. 20: IV. Andante (Arr. for Violin & Piano)Henryk Wieniawski, Mischa Elman, Joseph Bonime
Kinderszenen, Op. 15: No. 7, Träumerei (Arr. F. Hüllweck for Violin & Piano)Robert Schumann, Mischa Elman, Joseph Bonime
Le roi s'amuse: VI. Passepied (Arr. M. Elman for Violin & Piano)Léo Delibes, Mischa Elman, Joseph Bonime
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