Vilmos Szabadi's "Heifetz: Transcriptions, Vol. 1" is a captivating journey through a collection of meticulously arranged chamber music pieces, all masterfully transcribed for violin and piano. Released on July 15, 2014, under the Hungaroton label, this album showcases Szabadi's exceptional artistry and versatility as he interprets works originally composed for various instruments and ensembles.
The album spans a diverse range of composers and styles, from the baroque elegance of Bach's English Suite No. 3 to the romanticism of Schubert's "Margaritki" and the modernist flair of Debussy's "Prélude à l'après-midi d'un faune." Szabadi's transcriptions breathe new life into these pieces, highlighting the expressive depth and technical brilliance of the violin.
Highlights include the lively "Sevillanas" from Albéniz's Suite española, the playful "Golliwog's Cakewalk" from Debussy's Children's Corner, and the fiery "Sabre Dance" from Khachaturian's ballet Gayane. The album also features several arrangements from Gershwin's Porgy and Bess, offering a unique perspective on these beloved American classics.
With a total runtime of 62 minutes, this album is a testament to Szabadi's skill and musical insight, offering a fresh and engaging listening experience for classical music enthusiasts and newcomers alike.
Tracks
English Suite No. 3 in G Minor, BWV 808: IV. Sarabande (Arr. For violin and piano)Johann Sebastian Bach, Vilmos Szabadi, Márta Gulyás
Adagio and Rondo, J. 115: Adagio und Rondo in F Major, Op. 115: Rondo (Arr. For violin and piano)Carl Maria von Weber, Vilmos Szabadi, Márta Gulyás
13 Preludes, Op. 32, No. 5 in G Major: Prelude in G Major, Op. 32, No. 5 (Arr. For violin and piano)Sergei Rachmaninoff, Vilmos Szabadi, Márta Gulyás
6 Songs, Op. 38, No. 3. Margaritki (Daisies): 6 Songs, Op. 38: No. 3, Margaritki [Daisies] [arr. For violin and piano]Sergei Rachmaninoff, Vilmos Szabadi, Márta Gulyás
Suite española No. 1, Op. 47, III. Sevilla (Sevillanas): Suite española No. 1, Op. 47: No. 3, Sevilla [Sevillanas] [arr. For violin and piano]Isaac Albéniz, Vilmos Szabadi, Márta Gulyás
Prélude à l'après-midi d'un faune (Arr. For violin and piano)Claude Debussy, Vilmos Szabadi, Márta Gulyás
Children's Corner, L. 113: Children's Corner: VI. Golliwog's Cakewalk (Arr. For violin and piano)Claude Debussy, Vilmos Szabadi, Márta Gulyás
Triakontameron, Vol. 3: Triakontameron: No. 11, Alt-Wien (Arr. For violin and piano)Leopold Godowsky, Vilmos Szabadi, Márta Gulyás
The Love for 3 Oranges Suite, Op. 33bis: III. March (Arr. For violin and piano)Sergei Prokofiev, Vilmos Szabadi, Márta Gulyás
3 Pieces, FP 48, No. 1. Pastorale. 3 Pieces for piano, Op. 48: I. Pastorale (Arr. For violin and piano)Francis Poulenc, Vilmos Szabadi, Márta Gulyás
Scaramouche, Op. 165b, III. Brasileira: Scaramouche, Op. 165b: III. Braziliera (Arr. For violin and piano)Darius Milhaud, Vilmos Szabadi, Márta Gulyás
Sea Murmurs: 33 Shakespeare Songs, Op. 24: Vol. 6, No. 2, Arise, "Sea Murmurs" (Arr. J. Heifetz for violin and piano)Mario Castelnuovo-Tedesco, Vilmos Szabadi, Márta Gulyás
4 Pieces, Op. 32, No. 3. Gavotte: 4 Pieces, Op. 32: No. 3, Gavotte (Arr. For violin and piano)Sergei Prokofiev, Vilmos Szabadi, Márta Gulyás
Gayane, Act III: Sabre Dance (Arr. J. Heifetz)Aram Khachaturian, Vilmos Szabadi, Márta Gulyás
Porgy and Bess, Act 1: Overflow My man's gone now (Arr. J. Heifetz)George Gershwin, Vilmos Szabadi, Márta Gulyás
Porgy and Bess, Act 1: A woman Is a sometime thing (Arr. J. Heifetz)George Gershwin, Vilmos Szabadi, Márta Gulyás
Porgy and Bess, Act 2: Bess, you Is my woman (Arr. J. Heifetz)George Gershwin, Vilmos Szabadi, Márta Gulyás
Porgy and Bess, Act 1: Summertime (Arr. J. Heifetz)George Gershwin, Vilmos Szabadi, Márta Gulyás
Porgy and Bess, Act 2: It ain't necessarily so (Arr. J. Heifetz)George Gershwin, Vilmos Szabadi, Márta Gulyás
3 Preludes: No. 1 in B-Flat Major: Allegro ben ritmato e deciso (Arr. J. Heifetz for Violin & Piano)George Gershwin, Vilmos Szabadi, Márta Gulyás
3 Preludes: No. 2 in C-Sharp Minor: Andante con moto e poco rubato (Arr. J. Heifetz for Violin & Piano)George Gershwin, Vilmos Szabadi, Márta Gulyás
3 Preludes: No. 3 in E-Flat Minor: Allegro ben ritmato e deciso (Arr. J. Heifetz for Violin & Piano)George Gershwin, Vilmos Szabadi, Márta Gulyás
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