Violin Concertos 1 & 2 · Viola Concerto · Rhapsodies 1 & 2
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Bartók was a Hungarian master of twentieth-century composition, revolutionizing string writing with his harmonies and folk influences. Yehudi Menuhin, one of history's greatest violinists, brings warmth and brilliant technique to these major works spanning nearly four decades. The two violin concertos showcase Bartók's evolving style—the early concerto bubbles with youthful energy, while the later one reveals his mature harmonic language. The Viola Concerto, completed just before his death, is a work of profound serenity. The rhapsodies crackle with folk character and virtuosic demands. Menuhin's interpretations blend scholarly understanding with an infectious joy in the music, making these complex works feel inevitable rather than cerebral.
Item Details+
| Genre | Classical |
| Style | Modern, Concerto, String Instrument, Orchestra, Sonata, Solo, String Ensemble |
| Media | Near Mint (NM or M-) |
| Sleeve | Near Mint (NM or M-) |
| Description | CD2 is EX. Carefully packed and shipped with love from Vienna. Order more, save on shipping! |
| Label | EMI Classics |
| Year | 2003 |
| Country | Europe |
| Format | CD |
Tracklist+
Violin Concerto No.1, BB 48a (1907-8)
Viola Concerto, BB 128 (1945)
Rhapsody No.1 For Violin And Orchestra, BB 94b (1928-9) 11:31
Rhapsody No.2 For Violin And Orchestra, BB 96b (1928, Rev. 1935) 12:30
Violin Concerto No.2, BB 117 (1937-8)
6 Movements From 44 Duos For Two Violins, BB 104 (1931)
Sonata For Solo Violin, BB 124 (1944)
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