Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Romantic violin music with David Fruhwirth's captivating album, "Short Stories - A Collection of Romantic Violin Pieces." Released on June 11, 2006, under AVIE Records, this chamber music collection is a testament to Fruhwirth's virtuosity and deep connection with the Romantic era's rich musical heritage.
Spanning a little over an hour, this album is a carefully curated journey through some of the most evocative and expressive violin pieces from the Romantic period. Fruhwirth's masterful playing brings to life compositions by renowned composers, each piece a short story in its own right, filled with passion, nostalgia, and a sense of longing that is quintessentially Romantic.
From the fiery intensity of Sarasate's "Zigeunerweisen" to the tender melancholy of Schumann's "Liebeswidmung," Fruhwirth navigates the emotional landscape of these pieces with remarkable sensitivity and technical brilliance. The album also features lesser-known gems like the "Pièce en forme de Habanera" by Saint-Saëns and the "Mazurka de Concert" by Wieniawski, showcasing Fruhwirth's ability to breathe new life into both popular and obscure works.
Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album offers a delightful exploration of the Romantic violin repertoire. David Fruhwirth's exquisite playing and the meticulous selection of pieces make "Short Stories" a compelling addition to any music lover's collection.
Tracks
Short StoryGeorge Gershwin, David Fruhwirth, Henri Sigfridsson
Bolero, Op. 51, No. 3Jenő Hubay, David Fruhwirth, Henri Sigfridsson
Pièce en forme de HabaneraMaurice Ravel, David Fruhwirth, Henri Sigfridsson
Tango Habanera "Youkali"Kurt Weill, David Fruhwirth, Henri Sigfridsson
Tango from "Sarasateana" SuiteEfrem Zimbalist, David Fruhwirth, Henri Sigfridsson
Valse Op. 42, No. 3Alexander Glazunov, David Fruhwirth, Henri Sigfridsson
Fantaisie OrientaleHenryk Wieniawski, David Fruhwirth, Henri Sigfridsson
Liebeswidmung Op. 51Joseph Achron, David Fruhwirth, Henri Sigfridsson
Mazurka de ConcertOvide Musin, David Fruhwirth, Henri Sigfridsson
Bolero Op. 95, No. 12Hans Sitt, David Fruhwirth, Henri Sigfridsson
Mazurka in A minorFrédéric Chopin, David Fruhwirth, Henri Sigfridsson
Tango Op. 165, No. 2Isaac Albéniz, David Fruhwirth, Henri Sigfridsson
Danses Tziganes Op. 6Sergei Rachmaninoff, David Fruhwirth, Henri Sigfridsson
Waltz in A minor Op. 34, No. 2Frédéric Chopin, David Fruhwirth, Henri Sigfridsson
Trois Morceaux, Op. 40: RomanceHenri Vieuxtemps, David Fruhwirth, Henri Sigfridsson
Trois Morceaux, Op. 40: RegretsHenri Vieuxtemps, David Fruhwirth, Henri Sigfridsson
Trois Morceaux, Op. 40: BohemiènneHenri Vieuxtemps, David Fruhwirth, Henri Sigfridsson
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