Beethoven Violin Concerto
This Beethoven Violin Concerto version is arguably the best. It has recently been reissued as a bargain version (only HKD60 even in HMV). Schneiderhan is not a very all around violinist. His reportoire is restricted to Austrian/German classical and early romantic period. But his Beethoven has been a classic to many critics. To me, his interpretation is elegant and poised. Perhaps it suits Beethoven violin concerto, which I consider is a very feminine piece (compared with Sibelius, for example). The Mozart No.5 is a bonus and he played it really well. I think this CD is a bargain. For those who hasn't owned one in your collection, please get hold of a copy. You will not regret it.You may ask which version I like the most. It's Heifitz!
posted by Andy at 7/22/2007 10:33:00 AM
4 Comments:
It seems that I have Schneiderhan's Beethoven violin concerto, with Furtwangler.
But I like Kreisler...
Oh, I did not know there is a version of Schneiderhan with Furtwangler.
Kreisler is good, but the recording is a bit too old - I can only stand old recordings for small pieces...
Just something off-track: If you have the recording with Mullova or Zehetmair (both on Philips), how would you like them?
I have neither of them. Are they good? Who are the conductors for these two versions?
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