Vivaldi: Concertos For Two Violins – The Legendary Duo of Isaac Stern & David Oistrakh (Vintage LP)

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MPN: SUA 10932 / SUA ST 50932 

Brand Name: Supraphon

Overview

This vintage 1969 Supraphon LP captures a truly historic meeting of musical minds: the collaboration between two of the 20th century's greatest violinists, Isaac Stern and David Oistrakh. Accompanied by The Philadelphia Orchestra and conducted by Eugene Ormandy, they perform four magnificent Concertos for Two Violins by Antonio Vivaldi. This album is a cornerstone of the Baroque repertoire, showcasing Vivaldi's dramatic flair and technical brilliance, interpreted with the combined, soaring artistry of these two legendary soloists. Produced in Czechoslovakia, this rare classical vinyl record is highly prized by collectors for both its musical performance and its cultural significance.

Product Features

• Format: Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo/Mono
• Genre: Classical
• Style: Baroque, Concerto
• Catalogue No.: SUA 10932 / SUA ST 50932
• Record Label: Supraphon / CBS
• Country of Release: Czechoslovakia
• Released: 1969
• Soloists: Isaac Stern (Violin), David Oistrakh (Violin)
• Orchestra: The Philadelphia Orchestra
• Conductor: Eugene Ormandy
• Instrument: Includes Harpsichord accompaniment by William R. Smith, maintaining Baroque authenticity.

Interesting Facts

• The Collaboration of Giants: The pairing of Isaac Stern (American) and David Oistrakh (Soviet) in a joint recording of Vivaldi was an event of immense musical and cultural importance during the Cold War era. Their collaboration symbolized a shared reverence for musical excellence that transcended political divides. This recording showcases their contrasting yet complementary styles: Stern's intensity and Oistrakh's warmth and nobility.
• Vivaldi, The Maestro: Antonio Vivaldi (1678–1741), known as "The Red Priest," was the undisputed master of the Italian Baroque concerto. His two-violin concertos are celebrated for their dialogue-like structures, rapid passages, and expressive slow movements, setting a standard for the concerto form in the 18th century.
• The Philadelphia Sound: The recording features The Philadelphia Orchestra under its long-time music director, Eugene Ormandy (1936-1980). Ormandy was renowned for cultivating the "Philadelphia Sound," characterized by its richly blended string section, which provides a plush, supportive counterpoint to the two virtuosic violinists.
• Supraphon's Legacy: Supraphon, the Czechoslovakian state-owned label, licensed and released many significant Western and Soviet recordings, making them accessible behind the Iron Curtain. The release of this famous CBS recording on the Supraphon label (SUA 10932) makes it a particularly interesting Eastern European pressing for collectors.

Track Listing

Side A A1. Concerto In D Minor For Two Violins, Strings And Harpsichord, F. I. No. 100 (10:48) A2. Concerto In G Minor For Two Violins, Strings And Harpsichord, F. I. No. 12 (9:50)

Side B B1. Concerto In G Minor For Two Violins, Strings And Harpsichord, F. I. No 98 (9:10) B2. Concerto In D Major For Two Violins, Strings And Harpsichord, F. I. No. 41 (8:57)

All concertos composed by Antonio Vivaldi. Violins: David Oistrakh, Isaac Stern. Harpsichord: William R. Smith.

Publishers

• Label: Supraphon (SUA 10932 / SUA ST 50932)
• Original Licensing: CBS
• Orchestra: The Philadelphia Orchestra

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