Immerse yourself in the extraordinary artistry of Leonid Kogan with the expansive "Leonid Kogan. Grand Collection. Vol. 11–15," a meticulously curated compilation of his virtuoso performances. Released on November 8, 2024, by JSC "Firma Melodiya," this collection spans a staggering 5 hours and 47 minutes, offering a profound exploration of chamber music that showcases Kogan's unparalleled mastery of the violin.
This album is a testament to Kogan's versatility and technical brilliance, featuring a diverse repertoire that includes sonatas, concertos, and shorter pieces from some of the most celebrated composers in classical music. From the intricate elegance of Bach's Violin Sonata No. 3 in C Major to the lyrical beauty of Tchaikovsky's Souvenir d'une lieu cher, each track is a masterclass in musical expression and precision.
Kogan's interpretations are marked by a deep emotional resonance and a technical prowess that sets him apart. Whether he is navigating the complex fugues of Bach or the romantic melodies of Mendelssohn, his playing is imbued with a sense of intimacy and passion that captivates the listener. The inclusion of arrangements by legendary violinists like Jascha Heifetz and Fritz Kreisler adds an extra layer of sophistication to the collection, highlighting Kogan's ability to breathe new life into familiar works.
For fans of classical music and violin enthusiasts alike, this album is a treasure trove of performances that highlight Leonid Kogan's enduring legacy as one of the greatest violinists of the 20th century. The "Grand Collection" series continues to be a vital resource for those seeking to explore the depth and breadth of Kogan's contributions to the world of music.
Tracks
Violin Sonata in E-Flat Major, Op. 18: I. Allegro, ma non troppoRichard Strauss, Leonid Kogan, Andrei Mytnik
Violin Sonata in E-Flat Major, Op. 18: II. Improvization. Andante cantabileRichard Strauss, Leonid Kogan, Andrei Mytnik
Violin Sonata in E-Flat Major, Op. 18: III. Finale. Andante - AllegroRichard Strauss, Leonid Kogan, Andrei Mytnik
Violin Sonata No. 3 in C Major, BWV 1005: I. AdagioJohann Sebastian Bach, Leonid Kogan
Violin Sonata No. 3 in C Major, BWV 1005: II. Fuga. Alla breveJohann Sebastian Bach, Leonid Kogan
Violin Sonata No. 3 in C Major, BWV 1005: III. LargoJohann Sebastian Bach, Leonid Kogan
Violin Sonata No. 3 in C Major, BWV 1005: IV. Allegro assaiJohann Sebastian Bach, Leonid Kogan
Violin Sonata No. 1, Op. 80: I. Andante assaiSergei Prokofiev, Leonid Kogan, Andrei Mytnik
Violin Sonata No. 1, Op. 80: II. Allegro bruscoSergei Prokofiev, Leonid Kogan, Andrei Mytnik
Violin Sonata No. 1, Op. 80: III. AndanteSergei Prokofiev, Leonid Kogan, Andrei Mytnik
Violin Sonata No. 1, Op. 80: IV. AllegrissimoSergei Prokofiev, Leonid Kogan, Andrei Mytnik
Two Mazurkas, Op. 10: No. 1 in G MajorEugène Ysaÿe, Leonid Kogan, Andrei Mytnik
Two Mazurkas, Op. 10: No. 2 in A MinorEugène Ysaÿe, Leonid Kogan, Andrei Mytnik
2 Morceaux de salon, Op. 6: No. 1, RomanceSergei Rachmaninoff, Leonid Kogan, Andrei Mytnik
Divertimento No. 17 in D Major, K. 334/320b: No. 3, Menuetto (Arr. Jascha Heifetz)Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Leonid Kogan, Andrei Mytnik
Lieder ohne Worte, Op. 62: No. 1, Andante espressivo (Arr. Fritz Kreisler)Felix Mendelssohn, Leonid Kogan, Andrei Mytnik
21 Hungarian Dance, WoO 1: No. 1 in G MinorJohannes Brahms, Leonid Kogan, Andrei Mytnik
Violin Concerto in D Major, Op. 35: I. Allegro moderato. Moderato assaiPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Leonid Kogan, Vassili Nebolsin, Grand Symphony Orchestra of All-Union National Radio Service and Central Television Networks
Violin Concerto in D Major, Op. 35: II. Canzonetta. AndantePyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Leonid Kogan, Vassili Nebolsin, Grand Symphony Orchestra of All-Union National Radio Service and Central Television Networks
Violin Concerto in D Major, Op. 35: III. Finale. VivacissimoPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Leonid Kogan, Vassili Nebolsin, Grand Symphony Orchestra of All-Union National Radio Service and Central Television Networks
Serenade melancolique, Op. 26Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Leonid Kogan, Gennady Rozhdestvensky, Grand Symphony Orchestra of All-Union National Radio Service and Central Television Networks
Souvenir d'une lieu cher, Op. 42: No. 3, Melodie (Arr. Alexander Glazunov)Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Leonid Kogan, Gennady Rozhdestvensky, Grand Symphony Orchestra of All-Union National Radio Service and Central Television Networks
Souvenir d'une lieu cher, Op. 42: No. 1, Meditation (Arr. Alexander Glazunov)Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Leonid Kogan, Gennady Rozhdestvensky, Grand Symphony Orchestra of All-Union National Radio Service and Central Television Networks
Valse-Scherzo in C Major, Op. 34Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Leonid Kogan, Alexander Gauk, Grand Symphony Orchestra of All-Union National Radio Service and Central Television Networks
Meditation for Violin and Piano, Op. 32Alexander Glazunov, Leonid Kogan, Andrei Mytnik
Valse from the Ballet "Raymonda" (Arr. Vladimir Pogozhev)Alexander Glazunov, Leonid Kogan, Andrei Mytnik
Entr'acte from the Ballet "Raymonda" (Arr. Konstantin Rodionov)Alexander Glazunov, Leonid Kogan, Andrei Mytnik
Grand Adagio from the Ballet "Raymonda" (Arr. Efrem Zimbalist)Alexander Glazunov, Leonid Kogan, Andrei Mytnik
Serenade melancolique, Op. 26Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Leonid Kogan, Andrei Mytnik
Souvenir d'une lieu cher, Op. 42: No. 1, MeditationPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Leonid Kogan, Andrei Mytnik
2 Mazurkas de Salon, Op. 12: No. 2 in G MinorHenryk Wieniawski, Leonid Kogan, Arnold Kaplan
2 Mazurkas caractéristiques, Op. 19: No. 1 in G MajorHenryk Wieniawski, Leonid Kogan, Arnold Kaplan
Polonaise brillante, Op. 21Henryk Wieniawski, Leonid Kogan, Arnold Kaplan
Theme Original Varie, Op. 15Henryk Wieniawski, Leonid Kogan, Arnold Kaplan
Legende, Op. 17Henryk Wieniawski, Leonid Kogan, Alexander Gauk, Grand Symphony Orchestra of All-Union National Radio Service and Central Television Networks
Fantasia on Themes from Gounod's "Faust", Op. 20Henryk Wieniawski, Leonid Kogan, Vladimir Degtyarenko, USSR State Symphony Orchestra
Violin Concerto No. 3 in G Major, K. 216: I. AllegroWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Leonid Kogan, Gennady Rozhdestvensky, USSR State Symphony Orchestra
Violin Concerto No. 3 in G Major, K. 216: II. AdagioWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Leonid Kogan, Gennady Rozhdestvensky, USSR State Symphony Orchestra
Violin Concerto No. 3 in G Major, K. 216: III. Rondo. AllegroWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Leonid Kogan, Gennady Rozhdestvensky, USSR State Symphony Orchestra
Violin Concerto in G Minor, Op. 67: I. AllegroMieczysław Weinberg, Leonid Kogan, Gennady Rozhdestvensky, USSR State Symphony Orchestra
Violin Concerto in G Minor, Op. 67: II. AllegrettoMieczysław Weinberg, Leonid Kogan, Gennady Rozhdestvensky, USSR State Symphony Orchestra
Violin Concerto in G Minor, Op. 67: III. AdagioMieczysław Weinberg, Leonid Kogan, Gennady Rozhdestvensky, USSR State Symphony Orchestra
Violin Concerto in G Minor, Op. 67: IV. Allegro risolutoMieczysław Weinberg, Leonid Kogan, Gennady Rozhdestvensky, USSR State Symphony Orchestra
Violin Concerto in D Major, Op. 77: I. Allegro non troppoJohannes Brahms, Leonid Kogan, Gennady Rozhdestvensky, USSR State Symphony Orchestra
Violin Concerto in D Major, Op. 77: II. AdagioJohannes Brahms, Leonid Kogan, Gennady Rozhdestvensky, USSR State Symphony Orchestra
Violin Concerto in D Major, Op. 77: III. Allegro grazioso ma non troppo vivaceJohannes Brahms, Leonid Kogan, Gennady Rozhdestvensky, USSR State Symphony Orchestra
Violin Concerto in G Minor, Op. 12 No. 1, RV 317: I. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Leonid Kogan, Rudolf Barshai, Moscow Chamber Orchestra
Violin Concerto in G Minor, Op. 12 No. 1, RV 317: II. LargoAntonio Vivaldi, Leonid Kogan, Rudolf Barshai, Moscow Chamber Orchestra
Violin Concerto in G Minor, Op. 12 No. 1, RV 317: III. AllegroAntonio Vivaldi, Leonid Kogan, Rudolf Barshai, Moscow Chamber Orchestra
6 Sonatas, Op. 2 No. 1: I. MinuettoNiccolò Paganini, Leonid Kogan, Alexander Ivanov-Kramskoi
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