Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Fritz Kreisler with "Kreisler: The Complete Recordings, Vol. 5," a captivating collection of classical masterpieces released on January 1, 2013, by Naxos. This album spans a rich tapestry of compositions, showcasing Kreisler's virtuosity and the timeless elegance of classical music.
The album opens with the evocative "Sadko: Song of the Indian Guest," arranged by Kreisler himself for violin and orchestra, setting the stage for a journey through a diverse range of musical styles and moods. From the hauntingly beautiful "Verlassen bin i" to the lively "Toy Soldier's March," each piece is a testament to Kreisler's exceptional artistry and his ability to breathe new life into both original compositions and arrangements.
Highlights include the delicate "Apple Blossoms: Who Can Tell?" and the enchanting "Mary: The Love Nest," both arranged for violin and orchestra, as well as the mesmerizing "Lotus Land" and "Pale Moon," arranged by Kreisler for violin and piano. The album also features excerpts from Rimsky-Korsakov's "Scheherazade," arranged by Kreisler, offering a taste of the composer's exotic and vivid orchestral work.
With a duration of 1 hour and 18 minutes, this album is a treasure trove of musical delights, perfect for both seasoned classical music enthusiasts and those looking to explore the genre. Fritz Kreisler's mastery of the violin shines through in every note, making this volume a essential addition to any classical music collection.
Tracks
Sadko: Song of the Indian Guest (Arr. F. Kreisler for violin and orchestra)Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov, Fritz Kreisler, Victor Orchestra, Josef Pasternack
3 Lieder, Op. 4, No. 1. Verlassen bin i (Forsaken): 3 Lieder, Op. 4: No. 1, Verlassen bin i [Forsaken] [arr. F. Winternitz for violin and orchestra]Thomas Koschat, Fritz Kreisler, Victor Orchestra, Josef Pasternack
Bandana Sketches: No. 1, Chant: Nobody knows de trouble I've seen (Arr. For violin and orchestra)Clarence Cameron White, Fritz Kreisler, Victor Orchestra, Josef Pasternack
8 Humoresques, Op. 101, B. 187, No. 7. Poco lento e grazioso in G-Flat Major: 8 Humoresques, Op. 101, B. 187: No. 7, Poco lento e grazioso in G-Flat Major (Arr. F. Kreisler for violin and orchestra)Antonín Dvořák, Fritz Kreisler, Francis Lapitino, Victor Orchestra, Josef Pasternack
Apple Blossoms: Who Can Tell? (Arr. For violin and orchestra)Fritz Kreisler, Victor Orchestra, Josef Pasternack
Mary: The Love Nest (Arr. For violin and orchestra)Louis Achille Hirsch, Fritz Kreisler, Victor Orchestra, Josef Pasternack
On Miami Shore (Arr. For violin and orchestra)Viktor Jacobi, Fritz Kreisler, Victor Orchestra, Josef Pasternack
Aucassin and Nicolette, "Canzonetta medievale"Fritz Kreisler, Carl Lamson
Lyric Pieces, Book 3, Op. 43, No. 6. To the Spring: Lyric Pieces, Book 3, Op. 43: No. 6, To the Spring (Arr. F. Kreisler for violin and piano)Edvard Grieg, Fritz Kreisler, Carl Lamson
SouvenirFrantišek Drdla, Fritz Kreisler, Carl Lamson
Melody in A MajorCharles Gates Dawes, Fritz Kreisler, Carl Lamson
16 Waltzes, Op. 39, No. 15. In A-Flat Major: 16 Waltzes, Op. 39: No. 15, In A-Flat Major (Arr. D. Hochstein for violin and piano)Johannes Brahms, Fritz Kreisler, Carl Lamson
Toy Soldier's MarchFritz Kreisler, Carl Lamson
Coq d'or (the Golden Cockerel): Hymn to the Sun [arr. F. Kreisler for violin and piano]Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov, Fritz Kreisler, Carl Lamson
2 Pieces, Op. 47, No. 1. Lotus Land: 2 Pieces, Op. 47: No. 1, Lotus Land (Arr. F. Kreisler for violin and piano)Cyril Scott, Fritz Kreisler, Carl Lamson
Pale Moon (Arr. F. Kreisler for violin and piano)Frederic Knight Logan, Fritz Kreisler, Carl Lamson
Scheherazade, Op. 35: III. The Young Prince and the Young Princess (arr. F. Kreisler) [Melody arr. F. Kreisler as Chanson Arabe for violin and piano]Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov, Fritz Kreisler, Carl Lamson
Scheherazade, Op. 35: IV. Festival at Baghdad (arr. F. Kreisler) [Melody arr. F. Kreisler as Danse orientale for violin and piano]Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov, Fritz Kreisler, Carl Lamson
Cherry Ripe (Arr. C. Scott for violin and piano)Charles Edward Horn, Fritz Kreisler, Carl Lamson
Entr'acte, Op. 46, No. 2Walter Krämer, Fritz Kreisler, Carl Lamson
Mazurka No. 23 in D Major, Op. 33, No. 2 (Arr. F. Kreisler for violin and piano)Frédéric Chopin, Fritz Kreisler, Carl Lamson
Miscellanea, Op. 16, No. 2. Melodie. Miscellanea, Op. 16: No. 2, Melodie (Arr. F. Kreisler for violin and piano)Ignacy Jan Paderewski, Fritz Kreisler, Carl Lamson
Der Opernball (the Opera Ball), Op. 40, Act III: Geh'n wir ins Chambre separee, "Midnight Bells" [arr. F. Kreisler for violin and piano]Richard Heuberger, Fritz Kreisler, Carl Lamson
Love Sends a Little Gift of Roses (Arr. For violin and piano)John Openshaw, Fritz Kreisler, Carl Lamson
The World Is Waiting for the Sunrise (Arr. For violin and piano)Ernest Seitz, Fritz Kreisler, Carl Lamson
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