Concerto for Violin and Orchestra, Op. 101
II. Largo con gran espressione
From Max Reger: Violin Concerto / Chaconne (2012)
Released by Ondine
Max Reger: Concerto for Violin and Orchestra, Op. 101 – II. Largo con gran espressione
Being “one of the last giants of music” as Hindemith described Reger, his works are still unnecessarily seldom featured in concert programs today. This release invites to listen to a captivating performance of Reger’s Violin Concerto, a hugely charming big romantic work with broad sentimental gestures. Also the composer himself felt extremely confident about the work as he wrote: “I know this sounds arrogant, but I believe that this violin concerto will follow in the footsteps of those of Beethoven and Brahms.”
