Vadim Repin

Got this 10-CD set from HMV Japan. For the price I paid (JPY3,892), this is a real bargain. I have just finished the first CD, which comprises some show-off/encore pieces. Repin's sound is a little different from Vengerov, although both of them handled this kind of pieces with relative ease. Repin has a softer sound, less spark than Vengerov, but he has much more rubato and his playing gives you an elegant feel. Both are fantastic violinists. If you can find this set anywhere, buy it. You won't regret. Amazon has a much higher price, though - USD67.