Haydn: Violin & Cello Concertos – Newton Classics 2CD Set

• UPC: 8718247710171
• MPN: 8802017
• Brand Name: Newton Classics

Overview

This elegant 2CD collection from Newton Classics presents Joseph Haydn’s Violin and Cello Concertos performed by world-renowned soloists Salvatore Accardo and Christine Walevska, accompanied by the English Chamber Orchestra under the direction of Accardo and Edo de Waart. The recording brings together Haydn’s most lyrical and spirited string concertos—offering a perfect balance of classical precision and expressive warmth.

Product Features

• Format: 2CD Set
• Sound: ADD Stereo
• Total Duration: 141’18
• Recording Dates: January 1972 (Mayagão), London 1981
• Reissue Date: 2010
• Label: Newton Classics B.V.
• Manufactured: Netherlands

• Performers:

  Composer: Joseph Haydn (1732–1809)
  • Salvatore Accardo – violin
  • Christine Walevska – cello
  • Bruno Canino – harpsichord
  • English Chamber Orchestra
  • Conductors: Salvatore Accardo and Edo de Waart
• Genre: Classical
• Style: Baroque-Classical Concerto

Interesting Facts

• Virtuoso Lineage: Violinist Salvatore Accardo and cellist Christine Walevska are both celebrated for their impeccable tone and mastery of classical phrasing, bringing new brilliance to Haydn’s timeless concertos.
• Historical Cadenzas: The recordings feature cadenzas by Franco Tamponi (violin) and Emanuel Feuermann (cello), blending 20th-century virtuosity with 18th-century authenticity.
• Rich Production: Originally recorded in 1972 and 1981, these performances were digitally remastered in 2010, preserving their analog warmth while enhancing clarity for modern listeners.

Track Listing

CD1 – Violin Concertos (68:49)

• Violin Concerto in C major, H.VIIa:1 I. Allegro moderato – 10:20 II. Adagio – 6:29 III. Finale: Presto – 4:27
• Violin Concerto in A major, H.VIIa:3 I. Moderato – 12:35 II. Adagio – 8:21 III. Finale: Allegro – 5:37
• Violin Concerto in G major, H.VIIa:4 I. Allegro moderato – 8:45 II. Adagio – 7:48 III. Allegro – 3:41

CD2 – Violin & Cello Concertos (73:29)

• Concerto in F major, H.XVIII:6 (for violin and harpsichord) I. Allegro moderato – 6:29 II. Largo – 9:02 III. Presto – 2:45
• Cello Concerto No.1 in C major, H.VIIb:1 I. Moderato – 10:36 II. Adagio – 9:24 III. Allegro molto – 8:05
• Cello Concerto No.2 in D major, H.VIIb:2 (Version by F.A. Gevaert / H.R. Zilcher, cadenzas by Emanuel Feuermann) I. Allegro moderato – 13:24 II. Adagio – 6:07 III. Rondo: Allegro – 5:46

Publishers

Newton Classics B.V. © 2010 Universal International Music B.V. © 1972, 1981 recordings Art direction & design by Jan Martin Wilschut (BND Amsterdam / Hotsprings) Cover image courtesy of Lebrecht / HH

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