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The Great Violinists: Recordings from 1900-1913
from: Testament UK
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Binding: Audio CD
EAN: 0749677132323
Format: Import
Item Dimensions: 29
Label: Testament UK
Languages: EnglishOriginal Language
Manufacturer: Testament UK
Number Of Discs: 2
Publisher: Testament UK
Release Date: February 10, 2004
Studio: Testament UK
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Editorial Review:Amazon.com:This amazing collection of early violinists comes from the dawn of recorded history. Some, like the headliners mentioned in the artist listing, may be still well remembered (all three were also fine composers). Some are extremely obscure. But anyone seriously interested in the history of the violin will want to hear this collection. Joachim, who inspired Brahms and other composers, was a faded performer by 1903, but a powerful personality still comes through. Sarasate, still in his prime in the same year, is simply one of the most impressive violin virtuosi who ever recorded. Both musicians' recordings are presented complete. Others in the collection include Kreisler, Thibaud, Kubelik, Szigeti (very early, in uncharacteristic dazzling performances of Hungarian showpieces), and many lesser celebrities, most impressive among them Franz von Vécsey. Although there are similar collections available, the sound quality on this set makes it far preferable to the others. You can actually hear what is going on clearly, with minimal surface noise, even in the 1900 sides! Tully Potter's intelligent program notes are another worthwhile bonus.
--Leslie Gerber
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