Sonata in D, Op.12, No.1; Sonata in A, Op.12, No.2

by Ludwig van Beethoven / Jascha Heifetz / Emanuel Bay

Sonata in D, Op.12, No.1; Sonata in A, Op.12, No.2 cover art
  • Type: Album
  • Released: 1950
  • Label: RCA Victor
  • Country: Germany
  • Length: 52:13
  • Community rating: 3.84/5 from 2 ratings

Album Notes & Community Reviews

Highlighting the legendary violinist's famously intense vibrato and breathtaking agility, this release offers a masterful interpretation of Beethoven's early chamber works. Jascha Heifetz and pianist Emanuel Bay navigate the intricate, classical-era dialogue with immense rhythmic precision and profound lyrical warmth. The recording remains a stunning benchmark for the execution of the classical sonata form.

Genres

Tracklist

  1. Violin Sonata No. 1 in D Major, Op. 12 No. 1: I. Allegro con spirito
  2. Violin Sonata No. 1 in D Major, Op. 12 No. 1: II. Andante con moto
  3. Violin Sonata No. 1 in D Major, Op. 12 No. 1: III. Rondo: Allegro
  4. Violin Sonata No. 2 in A Major, Op. 12 No. 2: I. Allegro vivace
  5. Violin Sonata No. 2 in A Major, Op. 12 No. 2: II. Andante, pi霉 tosto Allegretto
  6. Violin Sonata No. 2 in A Major, Op. 12 No. 2: III. Allegro piacevole

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