David Oistrakh - Beethoven: Violin Concerto, Kreutzer Sonata - Encores (Vinyl)

David Oistrakh (1908-1974), renowned for the fullness of his tone, his unparalleled sense of legato, his warm, powerful, and deep sound, his incredible mastery of the bow, and a sonority that is immediately recognizable, is undoubtedly one of the greatest violinists of all time. His recordings have been celebrated worldwide and continue to be milestones in the discography of classical music. This double vinyl album features some of his finest recordings, including a magnificent rendition of the Beethoven Violin Concerto with André Cluytens, a moment of pure poetry. It also includes the Kreutzer Sonata with his legendary partner Lev Oborin, and a selection of encores with Vladimir Yampolsky. The entire program benefits from a new high-definition remastering from the original tapes, ensuring that the brilliance of Oistrakh's artistry is preserved and enhanced for contemporary listeners.

Track List:

Disc: 1

1. Violin Concerto in D Major, Op. 61: I. Allegro Ma Non Troppo (Cadenza By Kreisler)
2. Violin Concerto in D Major, Op. 61: II. Larghetto (Cadenza By Kreisler)
3. Violin Concerto in D Major, Op. 61: III. Rondo. Allegro (Cadenza By Kreisler)
4. Violin Sonata No. 9 in a Major, Op. 47 "Kreutzer": I. Adagio Sostenuto - Presto
5. Violin Sonata No. 9 in a Major, Op. 47 "Kreutzer": II. (A) Andante Con Variazioni. Theme - Andante
6. Violin Sonata No. 9 in a Major, Op. 47 "Kreutzer": II. (B) Andante Con Variazioni. Variation I
7. Violin Sonata No. 9 in a Major, Op. 47 "Kreutzer": II. (C) Andante Con Variazioni. Variation II
8. Violin Sonata No. 9 in a Major, Op. 47 "Kreutzer": II. (D) Andante Con Variazioni. Variation III
9. Violin Sonata No. 9 in a Major, Op. 47 "Kreutzer": II. (E) Andante Con Variazioni. Variation IV
10. Violin Sonata No. 9 in a Major, Op. 47 "Kreutzer": III. Finale. Presto
11. Suite Bergamasque, L 82, L. 75: III. Clair de Lune (Arr. Roelens for Violin and Piano)
12. 7 Canciones Populares Españolas: No. 4, Jota (Arr. Kochanski for Violin and Piano)
13. Valse-Scherzo, Op. 34 (Arr. Bezekirsky for Violin and Piano)