Achron Complete Suites for Violin and Piano by Hagai Shaham & Arnon Erez (Music CD)

Product Information

• Catalog Number: CDA67841 / LC 7533
• UPC: 034571178417
• Product Type: Music CD – Complete Suites for Violin and Piano
• Genre: Classical Chamber Music
• Format: 2 Compact Discs (Digital Audio)
• Total Duration: 158'36"
• Languages (Liner Notes): French with German commentary
• Additional Details: Previously issued on Biddulph Recordings (LAW021)
• Origin: Made in England
• Publisher: Hyperion Records Limited, London, England
  Website: hyperion-records.co.uk

Overview

English:
"Achron Complete Suites for Violin and Piano" is an exceptional two-CD set featuring the complete suites of composer Joseph Achron, performed with remarkable artistry by violinist Hagai Shaham and pianist Arnon Erez. This collection offers listeners an in-depth exploration of Achron's unique blend of Eastern melodic influences and Western classical traditions. Enhanced with extensive liner notes in French complemented by German commentary, this release provides historical context and interpretative insights, making it a treasured acquisition for classical music enthusiasts and collectors.

French (Vue d'ensemble):
"Suites Complètes d'Achron pour Violon et Piano" est un coffret remarquable en deux CD présentant l'intégralité des suites du compositeur Joseph Achron, interprétées avec une virtuosité exceptionnelle par le violoniste Hagai Shaham et le pianiste Arnon Erez. Cette collection offre aux auditeurs une exploration approfondie de l'union unique entre les influences mélodiques orientales et les traditions classiques occidentales propres à Achron. Agrémenté de notes détaillées en français, accompagnées d'un commentaire en allemand, ce disque fournit un contexte historique et des éclairages interprétatifs, faisant de cette édition un précieux ajout pour les amateurs et collectionneurs de musique classique.

Product Features

• Two-Disc Set: Enjoy the full range of Achron’s complete suites on 2 compact discs.
• Extended Duration: Total playing time of 158 minutes and 36 seconds.
• Bilingual Liner Notes: Detailed notes in French with German commentary offer deep insights into the musical and historical context.
• High-Quality Recording: Digital audio production made in England ensures exceptional sound quality.
• Prestigious Reissue: Tracks previously issued on Biddulph Recordings (LAW021) are presented in this refined reissue by Hyperion Records.

Interesting Facts

English:

• Composer’s Legacy: Joseph Achron (1886–1943) was a trailblazing composer who bridged Jewish musical traditions with Western classical idioms, leaving a distinctive mark on 20th-century music.
• Innovative Duo: The collaboration between Hagai Shaham and Arnon Erez delivers an interpretation that is both technically brilliant and emotionally engaging, capturing the spirit of Achron’s works.
• Bilingual Presentation: The album’s liner notes, provided in French with German commentary, enrich the listening experience by offering scholarly insights and contextual background.
• Rare Collection: This two-disc set is a rare find for collectors, presenting the complete suites of Achron’s chamber music in one comprehensive package.

French (Faits Intéressants):

• Héritage du Compositeur: Joseph Achron (1886–1943) fut un compositeur novateur qui a su marier les traditions musicales juives aux idiomes classiques occidentaux, marquant ainsi la musique du XXe siècle d'une empreinte singulière.
• Duo Innovant: La collaboration entre Hagai Shaham et Arnon Erez offre une interprétation à la fois techniquement brillante et émotionnellement captivante, reflétant l'esprit des œuvres d'Achron.
• Présentation Bilingue: Les notes du livret, fournies en français avec un commentaire en allemand, enrichissent l'expérience d'écoute en apportant des éclairages savants et un contexte historique approfondi.
• Collection Rare: Ce coffret en deux disques constitue une trouvaille exceptionnelle pour les collectionneurs, en présentant l'intégralité des suites de musique de chambre d'Achron dans un format complet.

Track Listing

Compact Disc 1 (Duration: 78:46)

• Hebrew Melody, Op. 33 – [548]
• Two Hebrew Pieces, Op. 35 – [910]
• Eli Zion – [620]
• Prelude, Op. 13 – [340]
• Souvenir de Varsovie, Op. 14 – [3'29"]
• Coquetterie, Op. 15 – [222]
• Serenade, Op. 17 – [2'50"]
• Les sylphides, Op. 18 – [310]
• 10 Berceuse, Op. 20 – [346]
• Dance Improvisation, Op. 37 – [3'08"]
• 12 Scher, Op. 42 – [2'00"]
• Märchen, Op. 46 – [13'43"]
• Liebeswidmung, Op. 51 – [216]
• Canzonetta, Op. 52 No. 2 – [237]
• Zwei Stimmungen, Op. 32 – [5'49"]
• Zwei Stimmungen, Op. 36 – [525]
• Two Pastels, Op. 44 – [635]
• Stempenyu Suite – [636]

Compact Disc 2 (Catalog Number: 179501)

• Suite No. 1 ('en style ancien'), Op. 21 – [13'27"]
• Suite No. 2, Op. 22 – [15'31"]
• Quatre Tableaux fantastiques (Suite No. 3), Op. 23 – [15'31"]
• Suite bizarre ('Cycles des rythmes', Suite No. 4), Op. 41 – [18'40"]
• Children's Suite arranged by Jascha Heifetz, from Op. 57 – [10'37"]
• Pensée de Leopold Auer – [2'24"]
• La romanesca – [13'38"]

Note: Track durations are approximate and as provided in the original details.

Publishers

Published by Hyperion Records Limited, London, England. This release, incorporating tracks previously issued on Biddulph Recordings (LAW021), represents a refined reissue made in England.
Visit hyperion-records.co.uk for further details.

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