Description
Tchaikovsky – Violin Concerto & Rococo Variations | Nemanja Radulović CD
UPC: 0028947980896
MPN: 479 8089 GH
Brand Name: Deutsche Grammophon / Universal Music Group
Overview
After acclaimed projects exploring Eastern European folk traditions (Journey East) and Baroque soundscapes (Bach), violinist Nemanja Radulović turns to the heart of the Romantic era with Tchaikovsky. This Deutsche Grammophon release presents a fiery performance of the Violin Concerto in D major, Op. 35 with the Borusan Istanbul Philharmonic Orchestra under Sascha Goetzel, paired with a rare and colorful arrangement of Tchaikovsky’s Rococo Variations, Op. 33, transcribed for viola, string ensemble, and piano by Yvan Cassar.
Radulović, celebrated for his dazzling virtuosity and emotional intensity, brings new energy and imagination to these masterpieces. Record Review praised him as “a dazzling technician and an exciting musician.”
Product Features
- Format: Audio CD 2017
- Total Timing: 52:09
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Works Included:
- Violin Concerto in D major, Op. 35
- Variations on a Rococo Theme, Op. 33 (arr. for viola, ensemble & piano by Yvan Cassar)
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Artists:
- Nemanja Radulović, violin & viola
- Borusan Istanbul Philharmonic Orchestra
- Sascha Goetzel, conductor
- Double Sens string ensemble
- Stéphanie Fontanarosa, piano
- Label: Deutsche Grammophon GmbH, Berlin
- Made in: EU
- Photography: Milan Djakov (cover), Özge Balkan (back cover)
Interesting Facts
- Nemanja Radulović is one of today’s most charismatic violinists, known for crossing genres and rethinking classical presentation.
- The Violin Concerto, once deemed “unplayable,” is now a cornerstone of Romantic violin repertoire—Radulović delivers it with both power and lyricism.
- The Rococo Variations are rarely heard in this unique arrangement for viola, string ensemble, and piano, expanding Tchaikovsky’s palette of colors.
- This album continues Radulović’s artistic mission to bridge tradition with fresh interpretations.
- His collaboration with Double Sens, a Franco-Serbian ensemble he founded, highlights his dual commitment to innovation and authenticity.
Track Listing
Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky (1840–1893)
Concerto for Violin and Orchestra in D major, Op. 35
- Allegro moderato — 18:44
- Canzonetta: Andante — 6:32
- Finale: Allegro vivacissimo — 9:49
Variations on a Rococo Theme, Op. 33 (arr. for viola, string ensemble & piano by Yvan Cassar) 4. Moderato quasi Andante — 0:50 5. Tema: Moderato semplice — 1:21 6. Variazione I: Tempo del tema — 1:05 7. Variazione II: Tempo di tema — 0:44 8. Variazione III: Andante sostenuto — 3:34 9. Variazione IV: Andante grazioso — 1:52 10. Variazione V: Allegro moderato — 3:14 11. Variazione VI: Andante — 2:21 12. Variazione VII: Allegro vivo — 1:54
Total Timing: 52:09
Publishers
- © 2017 Deutsche Grammophon GmbH, Berlin
- Distributed by Universal Music Group
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