Hilary Hahn Eugene Ysaye Six Sonatas for Violin Solo Op.27 UHQCD

Numbered, Limited Edition UHQCD!
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The Belgian violinist Eugène Ysaÿe (1858–1931), who is considered one of the first modern violinists, set new technical and artistic standards and had works composed "on the body" by greats such as Franck, Debussy and Chausson. But in his last decade he also wrote more and more himself; including the six sonatas for solo violin op.27, inspired by J.S. Bach.
For its 100th anniversary in 2023, three-time Grammy winner Hilary Hahn took on this work that has shaped generations of violinists, which she sees as a "wonderful homage to the instrument".
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Features:

• Numbered, Limited Edition
• Made in Japan
• Superior Crystal Sound
• Ultimate High Quality CD
• XRCD-Like Luxury Digipak
• Playable on conventional CD players

Musicians:

• Hilary Hahn, violin

Selections:

Eugène Ysaÿe (1858–1931)
Sonata No.1 in G Minor
I. Grave
II. Fugato
III. Allegretto poco scherzoso
IV. Finale con brio
Sonata No.2 in A Minor
I. Obsession. Prèlude
II. Malinconia
III. Danse des Ombres. Sarabande
IV. Finale
Sonata No.3 in D Minor "Ballade" (6 Sonatas for Solo Violin, Op.27)
Sonata No.4 in E Minor
I. Allemande
II. Sarabande
III. Finale
Sonata No.5 in G Major
I. L'Aurore
II. Danse rustique
Sonata No.6 in E Major (6 Sonatas for Solo Violin, Op.27)