Immerse yourself in the timeless mastery of David Oistrakh with "The Violin Master," a meticulously curated collection of his most iconic performances, set to be released on October 12, 2024, by Warner Classics. This album spans a rich tapestry of classical compositions, showcasing Oistrakh's unparalleled virtuosity and profound musical insight.
From the hauntingly beautiful "Devil's Trill" Sonata by Tartini to the intricate variations of Beethoven's "Kreutzer" Sonata, Oistrakh's interpretations are nothing short of extraordinary. The album also features beloved works by Brahms, Mozart, and Prokofiev, each piece performed with a level of technical precision and emotional depth that has cemented Oistrakh's legacy as one of the greatest violinists of all time.
With a duration of 2 hours and 18 minutes, "The Violin Master" offers a comprehensive journey through the violin repertoire, highlighting Oistrakh's versatility and artistic brilliance. Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album is a testament to the enduring power of Oistrakh's artistry.
Tracks
Tartini / Arr. Kreisler: Violin Sonata in G Minor "Devil's Trill": I. Larghetto affetuosoGiuseppe Tartini, David Oistrakh, Vladimir Yampolsky
Tartini / Arr. Kreisler: Violin Sonata in G Minor "Devil's Trill": II. Allegro. Tempo giusto della scuole tartinistaGiuseppe Tartini, David Oistrakh, Vladimir Yampolsky
Brahms: Violin Sonata No. 3 in D Minor, Op. 108: III. Un poco presto e con sentimentoJohannes Brahms, David Oistrakh, Vladimir Yampolsky
Beethoven: Violin Sonata No. 9 in A Major, Op. 47 "Kreutzer": II. (a) Andante con variazioniLudwig van Beethoven, David Oistrakh, Lev Oborin
Beethoven: Violin Sonata No. 9 in A Major, Op. 47 "Kreutzer": II. (b) Variation ILudwig van Beethoven, David Oistrakh, Lev Oborin
Beethoven: Violin Sonata No. 9 in A Major, Op. 47 "Kreutzer": II. (c) Variation IILudwig van Beethoven, David Oistrakh, Lev Oborin
Beethoven: Violin Sonata No. 9 in A Major, Op. 47 "Kreutzer": II. (d) Variation IIILudwig van Beethoven, David Oistrakh, Lev Oborin
Mozart: Violin Concerto No. 2 in D Major, K. 211: III. Rondeau. AllegroWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, David Oistrakh, Berliner Philharmoniker
Prokofiev: Violin Concerto No. 1 in D Major, Op. 19: II. Scherzo. VivacissimoSergei Prokofiev, David Oistrakh, London Symphony Orchestra, Lovro Von Matacic
Lalo: Symphonie espagnole, Op. 21: II. ScherzandoÉdouard Lalo, David Oistrakh, Jean Martinon, Philharmonia Orchestra
Shostakovich: Violin Concerto No. 1 in A Minor, Op. 99: IV. Burlesque. Allegro con brioDmitri Shostakovich, David Oistrakh, New Philharmonia Orchestra, Maxim Shostakovich
Prokofiev: Violin Sonata No. 2 in D Major, Op. 94bis: III. AndanteSergei Prokofiev, Vladimir Yampolsky, David Oistrakh
Beethoven: Violin Sonata No. 3 in E-Flat Major, Op. 12 No. 3: III. Rondo. Allegro moltoLudwig van Beethoven, David Oistrakh, Vladimir Yampolsky
Tartini / Arr. Kreisler: Violin Sonata in G Minor "Devil's Trill": IV. Cadenza - AdagioGiuseppe Tartini, David Oistrakh, Vladimir Yampolsky
Beethoven: Triple Concerto for Violin, Cello and Piano in C Major, Op. 56: II. LargoLudwig van Beethoven, David Oistrakh, Sviatoslav Knushevitsky, Lev Oborin, Philharmonia Orchestra, Sir Malcolm Sargent
Debussy / Arr. Roelens: Suite bergamasque, CD 82, L. 75: III. Clair de luneClaude Debussy, David Oistrakh, Vladimir Yampolsky
Zarzycki: Mazurka No. 1 in G Major, Op. 26 (Version for Violin and Piano)Aleksander Zarzycki, David Oistrakh, Vladimir Yampolsky
Tchaikovsky / Arr. Bezekirsky for Violin and Piano: Waltz-Scherzo in C Major, Op. 34Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, David Oistrakh, Vladimir Yampolsky
Khachaturian, K: Violin Sonata, Op. 1: III. Presto - AndantinoKaren Khachaturian, David Oistrakh, Vladimir Yampolsky
Taneyev: Concert Suite for Violin and Orchestra, Op. 28: II. Gavotte. Allegro moderatoSergei Taneyev, David Oistrakh, Philharmonia Orchestra, Nikolai Malko
Mozart: Violin Concerto No. 1 in B-Flat Major, K. 207: III. PrestoWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, David Oistrakh, Berliner Philharmoniker
Brahms: Violin Sonata No. 3 in D Minor, Op. 108: II. AdagioJohannes Brahms, David Oistrakh, Vladimir Yampolsky
Falla & Kochanski: Suite popular española: IV. JotaManuel de Falla, David Oistrakh, Vladimir Yampolsky
Schubert: Octet in F Major, Op. Posth. 166, D. 803: III. Scherzo. Allegro vivace - TrioFranz Schubert, David Oistrakh, Peter Bondarenko, Mikhail Terian, Sviatoslav Knushevitsky, Vladimir Sorokin, Jacov Shapiro, Joseph Gertovich, Joseph Stidel
Suk / Arr. Kocián for Violin and Piano: 6 Piano Pieces, Op. 7: No. 1, LiebesliedJosef Suk, David Oistrakh, Vladimir Yampolsky
Mozart: Sinfonia concertante for Violin and Viola in E-Flat Major, K. 364: III. PrestoWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, David Oistrakh, Berliner Philharmoniker, Igor Oistrakh
Mozart: Violin Concerto No. 3 in G Major, K. 216: III. Rondeau. Allegro - Andante - Allegretto (Recorded 1958)Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, David Oistrakh, Philharmonia Orchestra
Franck: Violin Sonata in A Major, FWV 8: I. Allegretto ben moderatoCésar Franck, David Oistrakh, Vladimir Yampolsky
Franck: Violin Sonata in A Major, FWV 8: IV. Allegretto poco mossoCésar Franck, David Oistrakh, Vladimir Yampolsky
Mozart: Rondo for Violin and Orchestra in B-Flat Major, K. 269Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, David Oistrakh, Berliner Philharmoniker
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