Barber: Concerto for Violin & Orchestra, Op. 14 / Korngold: Much Ado about Nothing Suite, Op. 11

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Conductor André Previn leads performances of two major violin concertos alongside a orchestral suite by twentieth-century composers Samuel Barber and Erich Wolfgang Korngold. Barber’s Concerto for Violin and Orchestra, Op. 14 and Korngold’s Concerto for Violin and Orchestra in D Major, Op. 35 showcase the lyrical and expressive qualities these composers brought to the form, while Korngold’s Much Ado About Nothing Suite, Op. 11 draws thematic material from his film score work. Recorded in 1994, this release captures these romantic-era influenced works with clarity and warmth.

This Deutsche Grammophon CD contains all three works on a single disc. The recording stands out for its bright, detailed sound and the soloist’s assured interpretation of these demanding concertos. A fine addition to any classical collection, this used copy lets you experience these rewarding performances at a fraction of retail cost.