Spanish violinist María Dueñas presents a captivating exploration of virtuosic works centered around Niccolò Paganini's iconic "24 Caprices for Solo Violin, Op. 1." Released on February 14, 2025, under the prestigious Deutsche Grammophon label, this album offers a comprehensive journey through Paganini's demanding and influential compositions, complemented by a selection of caprices and showpieces by other renowned composers.
Dueñas, known for her technical prowess and expressive depth, delves into the intricate world of Paganini's caprices, each piece showcasing a different facet of violin technique and musical emotion. The album spans a generous duration of 2 hours and 52 minutes, providing an immersive experience for classical music enthusiasts.
In addition to Paganini's caprices, the album features works by Berlioz, Cervelló, Kreisler, Ortiz, Saint-Saëns, Sarasate, and Wieniawski, offering a rich tapestry of styles and influences. Highlights include the fiery "Caprice Basque" by Sarasate, the lyrical "Introduction et Rondo Capriccioso" by Saint-Saëns, and the playful "Caprice Viennois" arranged for violin and guitar by Fougeray.
María Dueñas' interpretation brings a fresh perspective to these timeless pieces, blending technical brilliance with a deep understanding of their historical and musical contexts. The album is a testament to her artistry and a celebration of the caprice genre, making it a significant addition to any classical music collection.
Tracks
24 Caprices for Solo Violin, Op. 1, MS 25: No. 1 in E Major "L'arpeggio". AndanteNiccolò Paganini, María Dueñas
24 Caprices for Solo Violin, Op. 1, MS 25: No. 2 in B Minor. ModeratoNiccolò Paganini, María Dueñas
24 Caprices for Solo Violin, Op. 1, MS 25: No. 3 in E Minor. Sostenuto – PrestoNiccolò Paganini, María Dueñas
24 Caprices for Solo Violin, Op. 1, MS 25: No. 4 in C Minor. MaestosoNiccolò Paganini, María Dueñas
24 Caprices for Solo Violin, Op. 1, MS 25: No. 5 in A Minor. AgitatoNiccolò Paganini, María Dueñas
24 Caprices for Solo Violin, Op. 1, MS 25: No. 6 in G Minor "The Trill'. [Adagio]Niccolò Paganini, María Dueñas
24 Caprices for Solo Violin, Op. 1, MS 25: No. 7 in A Minor. PosatoNiccolò Paganini, María Dueñas
24 Caprices for Solo Violin, Op. 1, MS 25: No. 8 in E-Flat Major. MaestosoNiccolò Paganini, María Dueñas
24 Caprices for Solo Violin, Op. 1, MS 25: No. 9 in E Major "La chasse". AllegrettoNiccolò Paganini, María Dueñas
24 Caprices for Solo Violin, Op. 1, MS 25: No. 10 in G Minor. VivaceNiccolò Paganini, María Dueñas
24 Caprices for Solo Violin, Op. 1, MS 25: No. 11 in C Major. Andante – PrestoNiccolò Paganini, María Dueñas
24 Caprices for Solo Violin, Op. 1, MS 25: No. 12 in A-Flat Major. AllegroNiccolò Paganini, María Dueñas
24 Caprices for Solo Violin, Op. 1, MS 25: No. 13 in B-Flat Major "The Devil's Laughter". AllegroNiccolò Paganini, María Dueñas
24 Caprices for Solo Violin, Op. 1, MS 25: No. 14 in E-Flat Major. ModeratoNiccolò Paganini, María Dueñas
24 Caprices for Solo Violin, Op. 1, MS 25: No. 15 in E Minor. PosatoNiccolò Paganini, María Dueñas
24 Caprices for Solo Violin, Op. 1, MS 25: No. 16 in G Minor. PrestoNiccolò Paganini, María Dueñas
24 Caprices for Solo Violin, Op. 1, MS 25: No. 17 in E-Flat Major. Sostenuto – AndanteNiccolò Paganini, María Dueñas
24 Caprices for Solo Violin, Op. 1, MS 25: No. 18 in C Major. Corrente. AllegroNiccolò Paganini, María Dueñas
24 Caprices for Solo Violin, Op. 1, MS 25: No. 19 in E-Flat Major. Lento – Allegro assaiNiccolò Paganini, María Dueñas
24 Caprices for Solo Violin, Op. 1, MS 25: No. 20 in D Major. AllegrettoNiccolò Paganini, María Dueñas
24 Caprices for Solo Violin, Op. 1, MS 25: No. 21 in A Major. AmorosoNiccolò Paganini, María Dueñas
24 Caprices for Solo Violin, Op. 1, MS 25: No. 22 in F Major. MarcatoNiccolò Paganini, María Dueñas
24 Caprices for Solo Violin, Op. 1, MS 25: No. 23 in E-Flat Major. PosatoNiccolò Paganini, María Dueñas
24 Caprices for Solo Violin, Op. 1, MS 25: No. 24 in A Minor. Tema con variazioni. Quasi prestoNiccolò Paganini, María Dueñas
Caprice basque, Op. 24Pablo de Sarasate, María Dueñas, Itamar Golan
Recitativo and Scherzo-Caprice, Op. 6Fritz Kreisler, María Dueñas
Caprice viennois, Op. 2 (Arr. Fougeray for Violin and Guitar): I. Allegro molto moderatoFritz Kreisler, María Dueñas, Raphaël Feuillâtre
Caprice viennois, Op. 2 (Arr. Fougeray for Violin and Guitar): II. Andante con motoFritz Kreisler, María Dueñas, Raphaël Feuillâtre
Caprice viennois, Op. 2 (Arr. Fougeray for Violin and Guitar): III. PrestoFritz Kreisler, María Dueñas, Raphaël Feuillâtre
Milstein CapriceJordi Cervello, María Dueñas
Études-Caprices for 2 Violins, Op. 18: No. 2 in E-Flat MajorHenryk Wieniawski, María Dueñas, Boris Kuschnir
De cuerda y maderaGabriela Ortiz, María Dueñas, Alexander Malofeev
Caprice andalous, Op. 122Camille Saint-Saëns, María Dueñas, Deutsches Symphonie-Orchester Berlin, Mihhail Gerts
Rêverie et caprice, H. 88Hector Berlioz, María Dueñas, Deutsches Symphonie-Orchester Berlin, Mihhail Gerts
Introduction et rondo capriccioso, Op. 28Camille Saint-Saëns, María Dueñas, Deutsches Symphonie-Orchester Berlin, Mihhail Gerts
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