- Audio CD (Nov 3 1998)
- Number of Discs: 1
- Format: Import
- Label: EMI Classics
- ASIN: B00000GCA5
- Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars See all reviews (14 customer reviews)
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Track Listings
| 1. Concerto For Violin And Orchestra In D, Op.61: I: Allegro ma mon troppo - L.V. Beethoven |
| 2. Concerto For Violin And Orchestra In D, Op.61: II: Larghetto - L.V. Beethoven |
| 3. Concerto For Violin And Orchestra In D, Op.61: III: Rondo (Allegro) - L.V. Beethoven |
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When Itzhak Perlman recorded this disc, many critics were surprised by the sobriety and quiet poetry of his interpretation, as though his many fine chamber-music recordings did not provide ample evidence of Perlman's qualities as a "serious" musician. Although beautifully written for the instrument, Beethoven's sole violin concerto does not offer many opportunities for the kind of virtuoso fireworks that have made Perlman famous. But as all great musicians will, he turned this fact to his own advantage. This sensitive, profound performance has already passed into legend as a classic in every sense of the word. --David Hurwitz
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Format:Audio CD
This recording was originally released in the LP era. The sound quality was quite good, with much presence and depth to the sound. This transfer to CD seems to have lost a little of that quality. The presence isn't quite there.
Giulini's accompaniment is rather dry, which the CD transfer seems to make more evident. But the performance by Perlman is excellent. Truly a virtuoso of the highest order!
Perhaps not the greatest overall performance, but one well worth hearing!
By John White
Format:Audio CD
When I complained to my violinist friend, "but it doesn't tell you which of Beethoven's violin concertos it is," she flatly explained, "there's only one." She's also met Itzhak and says he's really nice, which makes acclaiming this disc that much easier.
The composition itself is simply "charming"; not flippant, but lighthearted in nature. The 25-minute 1st movement is not in the least bit tiring with rich, buttery playing from Itzhak. Conduction is transparent (in a good way), and exchanges with Itzhak seamlessly.
The final rondo movement is especially playful. About 2/3 of the way through he plucks at the strings, almost to alert the listener that the movement is nearly zipping past: like a friendly tap on the shoulder asking the listener to join the dance.
The recording quality and engineering is flawless: it's a rare combination of a brilliant composition, a wonderful performance, and an exceptional recording. It *is* Beethoven's only violin concerto... possibly because there is not a single misplaced note.
By C Drummond
Format:Audio CD
I am no stranger to Beethoven's concerto in D, and have been brought to enthusiam by the recordings of it by such greats as Heifetz, Szerying and Mutter. However, unquestionably, all of these very fine accounts are simply put into the shade by this incredible performance. The oft-quoted lack of virtuosic material in this concerto limits somewhat a violinist's ability to show off. Instead he/she is forced to concentrate on sweetness of tone and flawnessness of intonation. It is here that Perlman excels. No other recording can come close to matching the emotional despth that he imparts into the music. Heifetz's playing is technically superb but he plays without feeling, while other violinists cannot match Perlman's technical assurance. Guilini also performs marvellously, blending in perfectly with Perlman. It is no co-incidence that this is labelled one of the great performances of the century, it belongs to a very small group of recordings made by such incontestable greats as Horowitz and Klemperer. Now I await to here Vengerov's version of this work. He has recorded the greatest Brahms, can he repeat the feat with Beethoven?
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Beautiful and lyrical
Beethoven's violin concerto, considered one of the if not the best ever written, has been recorded by every great violinist, and each brings their own strenghs to it. Read more
Published on July 23 2001 by Jeff Davis Maynor
5.0 out of 5 stars
One of the finest recordings of Beethoven's Violin Concerto
Itzhak Perlman gives a rhapsodic, yet pensive account of Beethoven's violin concerto which is replete with warmth as well as technical brilliance. Read more
Published on May 15 2001 by John Kwok
5.0 out of 5 stars
A recording of resplendent beauty.
I have heard Perlman perform the Beethoven concerto live, and was entranced by his rich, golden tone and enormous depth of feeling. Read more
Published on Jan 1 2001 by Miles D. Moore
2.0 out of 5 stars
Too spicy
It's likely that Perlman is too self involved in the music and I doubt if he is playing Beethoven's concerto. Read more
Published on Dec 14 2000 by Raymond
3.0 out of 5 stars
A neat recording
Like other violinist, Perlman plays fairly well in this recording. However, this one can only be rated as above average in all 15 recordings of Beethoven's Violin Concerto I have... Read more
Published on Dec 13 2000
5.0 out of 5 stars
This is arguably the best recording ever made.
I am sorry I panned this last time. :-)
Published on July 14 2000 by Jack Kessler
5.0 out of 5 stars
Remarkable performance
This recording is truly remarkable. Perlman's genius shows with every note. A must have for anyone who enjoys music.
Published on Mar 28 2000 by Matt Steketee
5.0 out of 5 stars
Surprise that this is a re-release of a 1989 performance.
I really enjoy this music, however, I expected a new performance of the work. I was surprised to find the exact same CD in my library dated from 1989.
Published on April 16 1999 by lneff@concigar.com
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Rave!Rave!Rave!Rave!Rave!Rave!Rave!
This is what you should listen to when you have to be alone and need to escape into beauty.
Published on Mar 31 1999 by Jack Kessler
5.0 out of 5 stars
A Must Have.
Are you kidding? You must own this recording if you consider yourself a lover of music. If I were banished to the moon, this would be one of the 5 discs I would take with me.
Published on Mar 10 1999
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