Immerse yourself in the captivating world of Camilla Wicks with her remarkable album "Wicks: Violin Concertos & Pieces." This extensive collection, released on November 9, 2018, under the Profil label, showcases Wicks' extraordinary virtuosity and versatility as a violinist. Spanning an impressive three hours and fifty-three minutes, the album is a testament to her profound musicality and technical brilliance.
The album features a diverse array of compositions, including well-known works like Brahms' Hungarian Dances, Schubert's Ave Maria, and Mendelssohn's Violin Concerto in E Minor. Wicks' interpretations are both sensitive and dynamic, bringing a fresh perspective to these timeless pieces. The collection also includes lesser-known gems, such as the Eventyrsuite by Christian Sinding and the Introduction & Tarantella by Camille Saint-Saëns, demonstrating Wicks' ability to breathe life into a wide range of musical styles.
Wicks' playing is characterized by its clarity, precision, and expressive depth. Her renditions of the violin concertos by Mendelssohn, Sibelius, and Tchaikovsky are particularly noteworthy, showcasing her ability to navigate complex passages with ease and convey a wide range of emotions. The album also includes several shorter pieces, such as the Nocturnes by Chopin and the Spanish Dances by Sarasate, which highlight Wicks' technical prowess and musical sensitivity.
Throughout the album, Wicks is accompanied by skilled pianists and orchestras, creating a rich and immersive sound. The recording quality is excellent, allowing the listener to fully appreciate the nuances of Wicks' playing. Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album is sure to captivate and inspire.
Tracks
21 Hungarian Dances, WoO 1: No. 7 in A Major (Arr. J. Joachim for Violin & Piano)Johannes Brahms, Camilla Wicks, Robert Levin
Nocturne in C-Sharp Minor, Op. Posth., B. 49 (Arr. N. Milstein for Violin & Piano)Frédéric Chopin, Camilla Wicks, Horace Martinez
Nocturne in D-Flat Major, Op. 27 No. 2 (Arr. A. Wilhelmj for Violin & Piano)Frédéric Chopin, Camilla Wicks, Horace Martinez
Tambourin chinois, Op. 3Fritz Kreisler, Camilla Wicks, Unknown Artist
Ellens Gesang III, Op. 52 No. 6, D. 839 "Ave Maria – Hymne an die Jungfrau" (Arr. A. Wilhelmj for Violin & Piano)Franz Schubert, Camilla Wicks, Horace Martinez
6 Lieder, Op. 34: No. 2, Auf Flügeln des Gesanges, MWV K86 (Arr. J. Achron Violin & Piano)Felix Mendelssohn, Camilla Wicks, Robert Levin
Violin Concerto in E Minor, Op. 64, MWV O 14: I. Allegro molto appassionatoFelix Mendelssohn, Camilla Wicks, Danish State Radio Symphony Orchestra, Fritz Busch
Violin Concerto in E Minor, Op. 64, MWV O 14: II. AndanteFelix Mendelssohn, Camilla Wicks, Danish State Radio Symphony Orchestra, Fritz Busch
Violin Concerto in E Minor, Op. 64, MWV O 14: III. Allegretto non troppoFelix Mendelssohn, Camilla Wicks, Danish State Radio Symphony Orchestra, Fritz Busch
Violin Concerto in D Major, Op. 35, TH 59: I. Allegro moderatoPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Camilla Wicks, Hollywood Bowl Symphony Orchestra, William Steinberg
Violin Concerto in D Major, Op. 35, TH 59: II. Canzonetta. AndantePyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Camilla Wicks, Hollywood Bowl Symphony Orchestra, William Steinberg
Violin Concerto in D Major, Op. 35, TH 59: III. Finale. Allegro vivacissimoPyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Camilla Wicks, Hollywood Bowl Symphony Orchestra, William Steinberg
Violin Concerto No. 2 in D Minor, Op. 22: I. Allegro moderatoHenryk Wieniawski, Camilla Wicks, Hollywood Bowl Symphony Orchestra, Leopold Stokowski
Violin Concerto No. 2 in D Minor, Op. 22: II. Romance. AndanteHenryk Wieniawski, Camilla Wicks, Hollywood Bowl Symphony Orchestra, Leopold Stokowski
Violin Concerto No. 2 in D Minor, Op. 22: III. Allegro con fuoco - Allegro moderatoHenryk Wieniawski, Camilla Wicks, Hollywood Bowl Symphony Orchestra, Leopold Stokowski
Violin Concerto No. 1 in F-Sharp Minor, Op. 14: I. Allegro moderatoHenryk Wieniawski, Camilla Wicks, Horace Martinez
Violin Concerto No. 1 in F-Sharp Minor, Op. 14: II. Preghiera. LarghettoHenryk Wieniawski, Camilla Wicks, Horace Martinez
Violin Concerto No. 1 in F-Sharp Minor, Op. 14: III. Rondo. Allegro giocosoHenryk Wieniawski, Camilla Wicks, Horace Martinez
Violin Concerto in D Major, Op. 61: I. Allegro ma non troppoLudwig van Beethoven, Camilla Wicks, New York Philharmonic, Bruno Walter
Violin Concerto in D Major, Op. 61: II. LarghettoLudwig van Beethoven, Camilla Wicks, New York Philharmonic, Bruno Walter
Violin Concerto in D Major, Op. 61: III. Rondo. AllegroLudwig van Beethoven, Camilla Wicks, New York Philharmonic, Bruno Walter
Introduction & Tarantella, Op. 43Pablo de Sarasate, Camilla Wicks
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