Ludwig van Beethoven – Sämtliche Violinsonaten / The Complete Violin Sonatas (4-CD Set)

UPC: 028941587428 

MPN: 415 874-2 GCM4 

Brand Name: Deutsche Grammophon

Overview

This definitive 4-CD collection presents Ludwig van Beethoven’s complete violin sonatas, performed by two of the 20th century’s most esteemed musicians — violinist Yehudi Menuhin and pianist Wilhelm Kempff. Recorded in 1970 for Deutsche Grammophon in rich analogue stereo sound, this collaboration represents the summit of chamber music interpretation.

Menuhin’s lyrical expressiveness and Kempff’s profound understanding of Beethoven’s harmonic depth combine to produce performances of timeless beauty and philosophical insight. The set also includes Beethoven’s Rondo WoO 41 and Twelve Variations WoO 40, offering a complete perspective on the composer’s output for violin and piano.

Product Features

• Format: 4 Compact Discs (Stereo ADD Recording)
• Total Duration: Approx. 4 hours 30 minutes
• Composer: Ludwig van Beethoven (1770–1827)

• Works Included:

  Artists: Yehudi Menuhin (violin), Wilhelm Kempff (piano)
  • Sonatas Op. 12 Nos. 1–3
  • Sonatas Op. 23, Op. 24 (“Spring”), Op. 30 Nos. 1–3
  • Sonata Op. 47 (“Kreutzer”)
  • Sonata Op. 96
  • Twelve Variations in F major WoO 40
  • Rondo in G major WoO 41
• Recording Year: 1970
• Label: Deutsche Grammophon / Polydor International GmbH, Hamburg
• Sound Format: ADD Stereo (Analogue to Digital Transfer)
• Country of Manufacture: Germany

Contents by Disc

CD 1 (67:34)

• Sonata in D major, Op. 12 No. 1
• Sonata in A major, Op. 12 No. 2
• Sonata in E-flat major, Op. 12 No. 3
• Rondo in G major, WoO 41

CD 2 (67:55)

• Sonata in A minor, Op. 23
• Sonata in F major, Op. 24 “Spring”
• Sonata in G major, Op. 30 No. 3

CD 3 (66:54)

• Sonata in A major, Op. 30 No. 1
• Sonata in C minor, Op. 30 No. 2
• Twelve Variations in F major, WoO 40

CD 4 (69:29)

• Sonata in A major, Op. 47 “Kreutzer”
• Sonata in G major, Op. 96

Interesting Facts

• A Historic Collaboration: The partnership between Yehudi Menuhin and Wilhelm Kempff united two legendary musical intellects. Their Beethoven sonata cycle remains a reference for balance, refinement, and emotional truth.
• Spiritual Interpretation: Menuhin’s violin tone—noble and introspective—perfectly complements Kempff’s poetic pianism, emphasizing the spiritual and lyrical dimension of Beethoven’s chamber music.
• Recorded in 1970: Captured by Deutsche Grammophon engineers with remarkable warmth and clarity, these performances showcase the golden age of analogue recording.
• Collector’s Edition: Part of Deutsche Grammophon’s GCM4 series, this release is prized among collectors for its fidelity and artistic integrity.

Publishers

© 1970 Polydor International GmbH, Hamburg ℗ Deutsche Grammophon GmbH All rights reserved. Printed in Germany.

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