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See Terms & Conditions for p&p rates. | |  | Solti Centenary ConcertLive recording from Symphony Center, Chicago, 2012
Hosted by Valerie Solti The Solti Centenary Concert in Chicago celebrated Sir Georg Solti’s 100th birthday on October 21, 2012, featuring the World Orchestra for Peace. This unique ensemble owes its existence to the vision of its founder, Sir Georg Solti, who believed passionately in peace and the power of music and musicians to be ambassadors for peace. Charmingly hosted by Solti’s widow, Lady Valerie Solti, and featuring soloists such as Angela Gheorghiu and René Pape as well as members of the Georg Solti Accademia, this memorable evening presents musical highlights, all of which played a significant role in Solti’s life and career. Besides excerpts from Mozart’s Le Nozze di Figaro, Die Zauberflöte and Don Giovanni or Verdi’s La Traviata and Rigoletto, this concert finds lovely musical moments in the 'Adagietto' from Mahler’s Fifth Symphony, Strauss’ Don Juan and Bartók’s masterful Concerto for Orchestra. Sousa’s Stars and Stripes Forever as the encore closes the performance with a smash. Conductor Valery Gergiev was a good friend of his advisor Georg Solti. Together with Lady Valerie Solti and the World Orchestra for Peace he carries on Solti’s vision and maintains his memory. Special Bonus Feature: “Solti’s Vision”, a film about the World Orchestra for Peace Sound Format: PCM Stereo, DD 5.1, dts-HD Master Audio 5.1 Format: DVD 9 / NTSC Subtitle Languages: DE, FR / DE (Bonus) Running Time: 112 mins + 21 mins (Bonus) FSK: 0 Worldwide available | 
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| |  | Europa Konzert from Lisbon 2003incl. EuroArts & Idéale Audience Catalogue 2012
Recorded live at the Mosteiro dos Jerónimos, Lisbon, 1 May 2003 Maria João Pires is one of the most sought-after Mozart pianists. Berliner Philharmoniker – one of the best orchestras in the world. Pierre Boulez enjoys excellent reputation as one of the greatest Bartók conductors ever. Spectacular location – World Heritage Site ‘Mosteiro dos Jerónimos’ – an impressive monastery built in the early 16th century Bonus: A Portrait of Lisbon • Behind-the-Scenes Picture Gallery Including the EuroArts & Idéale Audience Catalogue - this catalogue brings together two prestigious audio-visual production companies: EuroArts in Germany and Idéale Audience in France. We are proud to present over 350 DVDs and Blu-ray Discs and look forward to up to 50 new releases in 2012. Picture format DVD: NTSC 16:9 Sounds formats DVD: PCM Stereo, DD 5.1, DTS 5.1 Region code: 0 Languages: English, German, French Running time: 120 mins (Performance & Bonus) German FSK: 0 “[Pires] demonstrates impeccable classical restraint in the Mozart concerto, though not without power and drama. The orchestra accompanies her perfectly well, but Boulez is hardly in his element.” MusicWeb International, May 2012 | | | Usually despatched in 2 - 3 working days. |
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| |  | Salzburg Opening Concert 2008 with Boulez & Barenboim
With Pierre Boulez, Daniel Barenboim and the Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra you are assured of a concert of superlatives. Running Time 90 minutes Picture 16:9, color Sound PCM Stereo, dts 5.1 “Boulez paints the often delicate colours of Ravel's Valses nobles et sentimentales with subtlety, the Vienna Philharmonic's woodwind showing their finesse.” BBC Music Magazine, November 2010 **** | | | Usually despatched in 2 - 3 working days. |
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| |  | Classical Destinations IIGreat Cities and their Music
Albéniz: | Tango (No. 2 from Espana, Op. 165) arr. Kreisler Richard Tognetti (violin) | Bartók: | Romanian Folk Dances for orchestra, Sz. 68, BB 76 | Britten: | Simple Symphony: Playful Pizzicato | Debussy: | String Quartet in G minor, Op. 10: Scherzo ACO principals | Elgar: | Serenade for Strings in E minor, Op. 20 - Allegro piacevole Serenade for Strings in E minor, Op. 20 - Larghetto Salut d'amour, Op. 12 Helena Rathbone (violin) | Handel: | Concerto grosso, Op. 6 No. 10 in D minor, HWV328: Finale Water Music Suite No. 1 in F major, HWV348: Air Suite from F major: Hornpipe from Water Music | Holst: | St Paul's Suite, Op. 29 No. 2: Ostinato St Paul's Suite, Op. 29 No. 2: Dargason | Prokofiev: | Sonata for Two Violins in C Major, Op. 56 Richard Tognetti, Satu Vänskä (violins) | Rachmaninov: | Vocalise, Op. 34 No. 14 Richard Tognetti (violin) | Ravel: | Deux mélodies hébraïques: Kaddisch | Respighi: | Ancient Airs and Dances, Suite No. 3, P. 172: II. Arie di Corte | Rossini: | La scala di seta Overture | Saint-Saëns: | Introduction & Rondo capriccioso, Op. 28 Richard Tognetti (violin) | Strauss, R: | Morgen, Op. 27 No. 4 Sara Macliver (soprano) | Szymanowski: | String Quartet No. 2, Op. 56: Vivace, Scherzando ACO principals |
The acclaimed actor and writer Simon Callow returns for a second tour as host and narrator of Classical Destinations. This unique TV series combines travel to some of the most amazing cities in Europe with their history, great stories and classical music in a unique and spectacular format. Together with their Artistic Director Richard Tognetti, the Australian Chamber Orchestra (ACO) joins Simon as he discovers the great composers by exploring beautiful cities and regions of Europe that inspired them to write the music that has endured for years. 'I believe we’ve put together a remarkable selection of music that represents the best of the composers featured. The ACO performs in every episode of the series with over 100 minutes of new recordings.' Richard Tognetti Running time: 5hrs 25mins Special Features: 36mins 16:9 Widescreen All regions DVD9: Dual layer | | | Usually despatched in 2 - 3 working days. |
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| |  | Martha Argerich - Verbier 2007-2008
Bach, J S: | Partita No. 2 in C minor, BWV826 Martha Argerich (piano) | Bartók: | Violin Sonata in E minor, BB28 Martha Argerich (piano) & Renaud Capuçon (violin) | Grieg: | Cello Sonata in A minor, Op. 36 Martha Argerich (piano) & Mischa Maisky (cello) | Lutoslawski: | Variations on a Theme by Paganini, for two pianos Martha Argerich & Gabriela Montero (pianos) | Mozart: | Andante and Variations in G for Piano Duet, K501 Martha Argerich & Stephen Kovacevich (piano) | Shostakovich: | Piano Quintet in G minor, Op. 57 Martha Argerich (piano), Joshua Bell (violin), Henning Kraggerud (violin), Yuri Bashmet (viola) & Mischa Maisky (cello) |
A collection of the most wonderful performances given at the Verbier Festival (2007 and 2008) by the legendary pianist Martha Argerich, featuring some of the most talented musicians of today. Martha Argerich proves once again her great pianistic technique in a wave of virtuosity, performing emblematic works of the greatest composers ever. Moreover, she is accompanied by the best and most renowned cellists, pianists and violinists one can imagine: Stephen Kovacevich, Mischa Maisky, Renaud Capuçon… NTSC · 16:9, PCM Stereo Region Code: 0 Booklet notes: English Running time: 125 mins FSK: all audiences “…Argerich's matriarchal presence casts a benign glow over the proceedings, and her keyboard wizardry remains as abundant and remarkable as ever.” BBC Music Magazine, Christmas 2009 **** | | | Usually despatched in 2 - 3 working days. |
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| |  | Christoph von Dohnányi conducts Mendelssohn, Bartók & StraussGroßer Musikvereinssaal, Vienna 28th Nov-2nd Dec 1977
Booklet Notes: English, German, French A versatile and highly respected conductor, Christoph von Dohnányi has pursued a remarkable career both in Europe and the United States. His work has always been characterised by the greatest artistic integrity and uncompromisingly high standards, qualities that emerge to fascinating effect from a recording which, dating from 1977, is of almost historical value.The piano soloist is Rudolf Buchbinder, who can likewise look back on a career of exceptional distinction. His performances of the German and Austrian repertory have set new standards. In his hands, Strauss' Burleske is one of the undoubted high points of this concert. "commands great respect in the music world" The Guardian [Rudolf Buchbinder] | | | Usually despatched in 2 - 3 working days. |
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| |  | On Bartók's Piano II
Great Hungarian pianists of the 21st century play Bartók's original piano at the Béla Bartók Memmorial House. Subtitles: English/German/French/Italian | | | Usually despatched in 4 - 5 working days. |
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| |  | Concerts at the Liszt Academy of Music BudapestThree concerts recorded live at the Great Hall of the Liszt Academy of Music Budapest
6th of January, 3rd February, 18th May 2008
Bach, J S: | Viola da Gamba Sonata No. 1 in G major, BWV1027 Concert No.1 on 6th January 2008 Viola da Gamba Sonata No. 3 in G minor, BWV1029 Concert No.3 on 18th May 2008 Viola da Gamba Sonata No. 2 in D major, BWV1028 Concert No.2 on 3rd February 2008 | Bartók: | Rhapsody for Cello & Piano No. 1, Sz.88 Concert No.3 on 18th May 2008 | Beethoven: | Cello Sonata No. 3 in A major, Op. 69 Concert No.1 on 6th January 2008 Cello Sonata No. 4 in C major, Op. 102 No. 1 Concert No.2 on 3rd February 2008 | Brahms: | Cello Sonata No. 1 In E Minor, Op. 38 Concert No.3 on 18th May 2008 | Chopin: | Cello Sonata in G minor, Op. 65 Concert No.2 on 3rd February 2008 | Debussy: | Cello Sonata Concert No.2 on 3rd February 2008 | Janacek: | Pohádka (Fairy Tale) for Cello and Piano Concert No.1 on 6th January 2008 | Mendelssohn: | Cello Sonata No. 1 in B flat major, Op. 45 Concert No.1 on 6th January 2008 |
A series of three chamber concerts celebrated the Hungarian cellist Miklós Perényi’s 60 anniversary with one of his closest musical colleagues the Hungarian pianist András Schiff. This recording is a document of the concerts held in their alma mater the Liszt Academy of Music Budapest, which for four hours offered a unique experience of music performed by two outstanding musicians. Perényi had finished his studies both at the Music Academy Budapest with Miklós Zsámboki and Ede Banda and the Rome Santa Cecilia Academy at Enrico Mainardi. Schiff became a pupil of Pál Kadosa at Budapest and later immersed himself in the great European schools of performance like master classes by Amadeus Webersinke and George Malcolm. The program was compiled by Miklós Perényi and András Schiff - all three concerts begin and end with Bach and Beethoven, bookending works by Mendelssohn, Chopin, Brahms, Debussy, Janácek and Bartok. “…Perényi…plays with the mesmerising stillness and control of his compatriot János Starker, without the icy precision: there's spontaneity and warmth here, the occasional smile lights up his mournful clown face, though his bows to applause are almost comically shy. Highlights include a vivid, rapturous Bartók Rhapsody and a brilliant Podháka, Janacek's deft miracle of duo composition. Mendelssohn's and Brahms's Sonata No. 1 are warmly flowing and sure, while their Chopin sonata reaches its climax in a magnificently intense slow movement.” BBC Music Magazine, July 2009 **** | | | In stock - usually despatched within 1 working day. |
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| |  | Zubin Mehta conducts Mozart, Bartók & DvorakMusic Center, Dorothy Chandler Pavilion, Los Angeles, January 1977
Zubin Mehta, at the age of 26, was the youngest ever conductor to head a major American orchestra. Truly ingenious, he led them to international acclaim. This DVD was recorded at the height of this collaboration, and beautifully portrays an emerging star. In his youth, Mehta was already so much more than a conductor. His profound connection with the orchestra leads to a unity of sound which is rare in today's jet-set reality. He understands how to stretch the orchestra technically because he knows it inside out. In turn, the orchestra inspires Mehta. In their joyful collaboration, hidden musical meanings emerge. Mehta shows his versatility in his interpretations of great works from the 18th, 19th and 20th century. | | | Usually despatched in 2 - 3 working days. |
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| |  | Verbier Festival Highlights 2007
Bartók: | Violin Sonata No. 1, BB 84, Sz. 75 Renaud Capuçon & Martha Argerich | Debussy: | Children's Corner Nelson Freire (piano) | Lutoslawski: | Variations on a Theme by Paganini, for two pianos Martha Argerich & Gabriela Montero | Schubert: | Klavierstück in C major, D946 No. 3 Lars Vogt (piano) | Schumann: | Piano Quintet in E flat major, Op. 44 Hélène Grimaud, Renaud Capuçon, Sayaka Shoji, Lars Anders Tomter & Mischa Maisky Hör' ich das Liedchen klingen (No. 10 from Dichterliebe, Op. 48) Thomas Quasthoff (bass-baritone), Hélène Grimaud (piano) Ein Jungling liebt ein Mädchen (No. 11 from Dichterliebe, Op. 48) Thomas Quasthoff (bass-baritone), Hélène Grimaud (piano) Am leuchtenden Sommermorgen (No. 12 from Dichterliebe, Op. 48) Thomas Quasthoff (bass-baritone), Hélène Grimaud (piano) |
The Verbier Festival, created in 1994, rapidly acquired a reputation for artistic excellence and is now considered to be among the major European music festivals. During a fortnight each July, the greatest stars of the classical music world come together against the magical backdrop of the Swiss Alps. The Verbier Festival gives musicians the opportunity to perform original programmes with fellow musicians they admire, but with whom they may never have performed before.These world première performances produce innovative and exciting results, as much for artists as for audiences. Through the Academy, the Verbier Festival invests in the talents of young artists, while creating, and promoting excellence in the performing arts. “Whatever the reason, Verbier attracts great artists and inspires them to new heights, helped by the canny casting of the festival founder and artistic director Martin Engstroem. Martha Argerich… is absolutely astounding in the finale of Bartók's Sonata for Violin and Piano No 1 with a demonically driven Renaud Capuçon. ...Nelson Freire, offers a tender, one might say avuncular, view of Debussy's Children's Corner, a contrast to the glacial Hélène Grimaud in Schumann and Ravel, and Evgeny Kissin's Liebesträume No 3 where love is clearly a cross to be borne (though his Bizet-Horowitz Variations justifiably raise the roof). Rounding off proceedings is a fired-up Joshua Bell in the finale of Tchaikovsky's Violin Concerto. Visually, the camerawork is efficient and nothing more.” Gramophone Magazine, Awards Issue 2008 | | | Usually despatched in 2 - 3 working days. |
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