Itzhak Perlman, one of the most celebrated violinists of our time, presents a magnificent collection of classical masterpieces with his upcoming album, "Vivaldi: The Four Seasons & Other Treasures for Violin by Mozart, Bach, Debussy, Kreisler, Tchaikovsky." Set to release on September 11, 2025, under Warner Classics, this album is a testament to Perlman's unparalleled virtuosity and his deep connection with the violin repertoire.
The album features 52 tracks, spanning a generous 3 hours and 52 minutes, offering a rich and diverse listening experience. At the heart of the collection are Vivaldi's iconic "The Four Seasons," performed with the precision and passion that Perlman is renowned for. The album also showcases his interpretations of works by other great composers, including Bach, Mozart, Debussy, Kreisler, and Tchaikovsky, among others.
Perlman's playing is characterized by its technical brilliance, expressive depth, and a warm, singing tone. This album is no exception, as he navigates the intricate passages of Paganini's Caprices with ease, and brings a lyrical beauty to the Romances of Rachmaninov and Tchaikovsky. The album also includes some lesser-known gems, such as the charming "Jeannie with the Light Brown Hair" by Foster, arranged for violin and piano by Perlman himself.
The album is a delightful blend of well-known concertos, sonatinas, and shorter pieces, providing a comprehensive overview of Perlman's artistry. Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album offers something to captivate and inspire. It's a chance to experience the magic of Itzhak Perlman's violin playing, as he brings these timeless pieces to life with his unique musicality and profound understanding of the violin.
Tracks
Vivaldi: The Four Seasons, Violin Concerto in F Minor, Op. 8 No. 4, RV 297 "Winter": I. Allegro non moltoAntonio Vivaldi, Itzhak Perlman, London Philharmonic Orchestra
Vivaldi: The Four Seasons, Violin Concerto in F Minor, Op. 8 No. 4, RV 297 "Winter": II. LargoAntonio Vivaldi, Itzhak Perlman, London Philharmonic Orchestra
Vivaldi: The Four Seasons, Violin Concerto in F Minor, Op. 8 No. 4, RV 297 "Winter": III. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Itzhak Perlman, London Philharmonic Orchestra
Bach, JS: Violin Concerto in E Major, BWV 1042: I. AllegroJohann Sebastian Bach, Itzhak Perlman, Daniel Barenboim, English Chamber Orchestra
Bach, JS: Violin Concerto in E Major, BWV 1042: II. AdagioJohann Sebastian Bach, Itzhak Perlman, Daniel Barenboim, English Chamber Orchestra
Bach, JS: Violin Concerto in E Major, BWV 1042: III. Allegro assaiJohann Sebastian Bach, Itzhak Perlman, Daniel Barenboim, English Chamber Orchestra
Vivaldi: The Four Seasons, Violin Concerto in G Minor, Op. 8 No. 2, RV 315 "Summer": I. Allegro non moltoAntonio Vivaldi, Itzhak Perlman, London Philharmonic Orchestra
Vivaldi: The Four Seasons, Violin Concerto in G Minor, Op. 8 No. 2, RV 315 "Summer": II. AdagioAntonio Vivaldi, Itzhak Perlman, London Philharmonic Orchestra
Vivaldi: The Four Seasons, Violin Concerto in G Minor, Op. 8 No. 2, RV 315 "Summer": III. PrestoAntonio Vivaldi, Itzhak Perlman, London Philharmonic Orchestra
Bach, JS: Concerto for Two Violins in D Minor, BWV 1043: I. VivaceJohann Sebastian Bach, Itzhak Perlman, Pinchas Zukerman, Daniel Barenboim, English Chamber Orchestra
Bach, JS: Concerto for Two Violins in D Minor, BWV 1043: II. Largo, ma non tantoJohann Sebastian Bach, Itzhak Perlman, Pinchas Zukerman, Daniel Barenboim, English Chamber Orchestra
Bach, JS: Concerto for Two Violins in D Minor, BWV 1043: III. AllegroJohann Sebastian Bach, Itzhak Perlman, Pinchas Zukerman, Daniel Barenboim, English Chamber Orchestra
Kreisler: Caprice viennois, Op. 2Fritz Kreisler, Itzhak Perlman, Samuel Sanders
Kreisler: 3 Old Viennese Dances: No. 3, Schön RosmarinFritz Kreisler, Itzhak Perlman, Samuel Sanders
Kreisler: 3 Old Viennese Dances: No. 2, LiebesleidFritz Kreisler, Itzhak Perlman, Samuel Sanders
Korngold: Violin Concerto in D Major, Op. 35: II. RomanzeErich Wolfgang Korngold, Itzhak Perlman, André Previn, Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra
Debussy: Préludes, Livre I, CD 125, L. 117: No. 8, La fille aux cheveux de lin (Arr. Hartmann for Violin and Piano)Claude Debussy, Itzhak Perlman, Samuel Sanders
Debussy: Petite suite, CD 71, L. 65: I. En bateau (Arr. Choisnel for Violin and Piano)Claude Debussy, Itzhak Perlman, Samuel Sanders
Debussy: Children's Corner, CD 119, L. 113: VI. Golliwog's Cakewalk (Arr. Heifetz for Violin and Piano)Claude Debussy, Itzhak Perlman, Samuel Sanders
Dvořák: Slavonic Dances, Op. 72, B. 147: No. 2 in E Minor (Arr. Kreisler for Violin and Piano)Antonín Dvořák, Itzhak Perlman, Samuel Sanders
Dvořák: Gypsy Melodies, Op. 55, B. 104: No. 4, Songs My Mother Taught Me (Arr. Kreisler for Violin and Piano)Antonín Dvořák, Itzhak Perlman, Samuel Sanders
Fauré: Berceuse, Op. 16Gabriel Fauré, Itzhak Perlman, Samuel Sanders
Tchaikovsky: Violin Concerto in D Major, Op. 35: II. Canzonetta. AndantePyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Itzhak Perlman, Eugene Ormandy, Philadelphia Orchestra
Vivaldi: The Four Seasons, Violin Concerto in E Major, Op. 8 No. 1, RV 269 "Spring": I. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Itzhak Perlman, London Philharmonic Orchestra
Vivaldi: The Four Seasons, Violin Concerto in E Major, Op. 8 No. 1, RV 269 "Spring": II. LargoAntonio Vivaldi, Itzhak Perlman, London Philharmonic Orchestra
Vivaldi: The Four Seasons, Violin Concerto in E Major, Op. 8 No. 1, RV 269 "Spring": III. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Itzhak Perlman, London Philharmonic Orchestra
Rachmaninov: 14 Romances, Op. 34: No. 14, Vocalise (Arr. Gutheil for Violin and Piano)Sergei Rachmaninoff, Itzhak Perlman, Samuel Sanders
Bazzini: Scherzo fantastique, Op. 25 "La ronde des lutins"Antonio Bazzini, Itzhak Perlman, Samuel Sanders
Saint-Saëns: Le carnival des animaux: XIII. Le cygne (Arr. Heifetz for Violin and Piano)Camille Saint-Saëns, Itzhak Perlman, Samuel Sanders
Poulenc: Presto in B-Flat Major, FP 70 (Arr. Heifetz for Violin and Piano)Francis Poulenc, Itzhak Perlman, Samuel Sanders
Beethoven: Romance for Violin and Orchestra No. 1 in G Major, Op. 40Ludwig van Beethoven, Itzhak Perlman, Daniel Barenboim, Berliner Philharmoniker
Mozart: Violin Concerto No. 3 in G Major, K. 216: I. AllegroWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Itzhak Perlman, Berliner Philharmoniker
Dvořák: Violin Sonatina in G Major, Op. 100, B. 183: III. Scherzo. Molto vivaceAntonín Dvořák, Itzhak Perlman, Samuel Sanders
Paganini: 24 Caprices, Op. 1: No. 1 in E MajorNiccolò Paganini, Itzhak Perlman
Paganini: Violin Concerto No. 1 in D Major, Op. 6: II. Adagio espressivoNiccolò Paganini, Itzhak Perlman, Lawrence Foster, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra
Vivaldi: The Four Seasons, Violin Concerto in F Major, Op. 8 No. 3, RV 293 "Autumn": I. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Itzhak Perlman, London Philharmonic Orchestra
Vivaldi: The Four Seasons, Violin Concerto in F Major, Op. 8 No. 3, RV 293 "Autumn": II. Adagio moltoAntonio Vivaldi, Itzhak Perlman, London Philharmonic Orchestra
Vivaldi: The Four Seasons, Violin Concerto in F Major, Op. 8 No. 3, RV 293 "Autumn": III. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Itzhak Perlman, London Philharmonic Orchestra
Beethoven: Triple Concerto in C Major, Op. 56: II. LargoLudwig van Beethoven, Itzhak Perlman, Yo-Yo Ma, Daniel Barenboim, Berliner Philharmoniker
Saint-Saëns: Havanaise in E Major, Op. 83Camille Saint-Saëns, Itzhak Perlman, Jean Martinon, Orchestre de Paris
Paganini: Moto perpetuo, Op. 11 (Arr. Kreisler for Violin and Piano)Niccolò Paganini, Itzhak Perlman, Samuel Sanders
Kreisler: Variations on a Theme of Corelli in the Style of TartiniFritz Kreisler, Itzhak Perlman, Samuel Sanders
Vale: 26 Preludes: No. 15, Ao pé da fogueira (Arr. Heifetz for Violin and Piano)Flausino Vale, Itzhak Perlman, Samuel Sanders
Paganini: Violin Sonata in E Minor, Op. 3 No. 6Niccolò Paganini, Itzhak Perlman, Samuel Sanders
Foster: Jeannie with the Light Brown Hair (Arr. Heifetz for Violin and Piano)Stephen Foster, Itzhak Perlman, Samuel Sanders
Mozart: Adagio and Fugue in C Minor, K. 546: I. AdagioWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Itzhak Perlman, Berliner Philharmoniker
Beethoven: Violin Concerto in D Major, Op. 61: III. Rondo. AllegroLudwig van Beethoven, Itzhak Perlman, Carlo Maria Giulini, Philharmonia Orchestra
Sibelius: Violin Concerto in D Minor, Op. 47: III. Allegro, ma non tantoJean Sibelius, Itzhak Perlman, André Previn, Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra
Bach, JS: Concerto for Violin and Oboe in C Minor, BWV 1060R: I. AllegroJohann Sebastian Bach, Itzhak Perlman, Neil Black, Daniel Barenboim, English Chamber Orchestra
Bach, JS: Concerto for Violin and Oboe in C Minor, BWV 1060R: II. AdagioJohann Sebastian Bach, Itzhak Perlman, Neil Black, Daniel Barenboim, English Chamber Orchestra
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