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Baroque Bach
CD reviews: Recommendations of recordings of Bach Sonatas & Partitas in an authentic 18th century style
From David Ormai 45 replies - Last 2010-7-13 12:35

David Oistrakh complete EMI recordings - 17 CD set
CD reviews: I just got this set (haven't even taken the cellophane off).
From elise stanley 54 replies - Last 2010-6-28 23:50

Whats the best recording of sibelius concerto?
CD reviews: What is is the best recording of sibelius concerto?
From Denis Huna 73 replies - Last 2010-6-25 23:19

Igor Bezrodny
CD reviews: New issues of Igor Bezrodny
From David Lillis 1 reply - Last 2010-6-15 13:10

Jazz music of Joe Venuti and Tony Romano
CD reviews: Great to have in any collection
From Charles Cook 0 replies - Last 2010-6-14 06:33

Bruch Concerto in G minor
CD reviews: What is the best recording of the Bruch Concerto in g minor?
From Julia S 68 replies - Last 2010-2-13 02:43

Beethoven Violin Concerto Favorites...PART II
CD reviews: It seems the previous thread has been archived.
From Brandon C 47 replies - Last 2010-1-30 16:03

Recording of Telemann Fantasies for solo violin
CD reviews: Suggestion for recording of Telemann Fantasies for solo violin.
From Charles Yoh 11 replies - Last 2010-1-5 07:48

Recording quirks and mishaps
CD reviews: I guess someone forgot to ask to keep it off-the-record...
From Christopher Ciampoli 0 replies - Last 2010-1-1 19:07

Two special CDs
CD reviews: sharing the titles of two very beautiful CDs; not much of a review
From Bart Meijer 0 replies - Last 2009-12-22 11:09

TAARKA reviewed in Strings Magazine
CD reviews: Just wanted to share this nice piece Greg Cahill wrote on my band's most recent album.
From enion pelta 0 replies - Last 2009-11-13 21:36

Reference works (i.e. Definitive recordings)...
CD reviews: Looking for reference recordings (not just violin) but just all-time greatest recordings.
From Justin Lee 3 replies - Last 2009-10-27 12:58

Ysaye sonatas
CD reviews: I would like to add the Ysaye sonatas to my CD library and am wondering what good interpretations are out there.
From ralph gomez 89 replies - Last 2009-10-26 18:11

Do you collect vinyls?
CD reviews: Bargain prices on vinyls
From carlos majlis 2 replies - Last 2009-10-12 16:47

James Ehnes this week on Violinist.com
CD reviews: This week we're giving out five copies of "Homage..." Here is info. on the winners, and on how to enter.
From Laurie Niles 5 replies - Last 2009-10-9 15:26

'From the Top at the Pops' contest this week
CD reviews: The CD features young musicians from the NPR show, Chad Hoopes, Caroline Goulding, and the Cincinnati Pops with the late Erich Kunzel.
From Laurie Niles 3 replies - Last 2009-9-6 14:47

Lara St. John Polkathon this week
CD reviews: Put your dancin' shoes on and have a little fun, we're giving out Lara St. John's Polka album!
From Laurie Niles 5 replies - Last 2009-8-25 11:06

Cesar Franck: Violin Sonata in A major best recording
CD reviews: I am seeking recommendations for reference CD recordings of Cesar Franck's Violin Sonata in A major. Any input and discussion is appreciated.
From R. Clark 33 replies - Last 2009-8-12 10:17

Sarasate's complete works recording
CD reviews: Here are links to some samples
From rick benford 5 replies - Last 2009-8-6 11:40

Ysaye Solo Sonatas
CD reviews: Whose recording of the Ysaye solo sonatas are you most fond of? Worst?
From Dan k 74 replies - Last 2009-7-19 15:43

MEPHISTO WALTZ transcription for violin solo
CD reviews: looking for a recording of Milstein's transcription of Liszt's Mephisto waltz
From Andreas Preuss 10 replies - Last 2009-6-8 12:36

Emerson String Quartet CD contest
CD reviews: This week we're giving out their new CD, 'Intimate Letters.' How to win, and who won!
From Laurie Niles 6 replies - Last 2009-6-8 08:05

Best Recordings of Walton, Elgar Concertos
CD reviews: I have never heard either of these concertos and I was wondering what recordings you all would recommend.
From Austin Mohr 49 replies - Last 2009-5-22 14:11

Reference recordings: Goldmark Violin Concerto
CD reviews: What are your top choices?
From R. Clark 20 replies - Last 2009-5-21 15:23

Steven Staryk's CD called Every Violinist's Guide
CD reviews: Remastered (but still spotty and iffy recording quality) and much expanded collection of etudes and caprices and such, from Centaur label. Wow, wow, wow.
From Gabriel Kastelle 33 replies - Last 2009-5-11 21:56

Bach Ciaccona Recordings
CD reviews: I am learning Bach Ciaccona from Partita No. 2, and I was wondering if anyone would tell me which recording of the piece they prefer over others, and why you prefer it.
From Josh Hunton 92 replies - Last 2009-5-9 13:36

Song suggestions please!
CD reviews: Another song suggestion list =D
From Chris Liu 8 replies - Last 2009-5-5 18:03

pre-authentic movement
CD reviews: I don't really understand the meaning of pre-authentic. I was wondering if someone here knew what it means.
From Anne-Marie Proulx 30 replies - Last 2009-4-27 15:06

Joseph Szigeti, violinist
CD reviews: The Bach Sonatas sound unimpressive to me -- is it the violinist or the recording?
From Peter Ferreira 57 replies - Last 2009-4-8 03:32

Vadim Repin Brahms CD contest
CD reviews: Win this CD all week from Violinist.com. Winners announced on this thread!
From Laurie Niles 1 reply - Last 2009-4-3 08:11

Vivaldi's Four Seasons
CD reviews: CD suggestions, please
From Carley Anderson 67 replies - Last 2009-4-1 11:10

Great New Brahms/Korngold Concertos CD by Zneider
CD reviews: I love the concerto and I'm very fussy about which performances I listen to. This one makes the grade!
From Scott Hawthorn 0 replies - Last 2009-4-1 08:23

Graham Clark Stephen Grew CD
CD reviews: My new CD of improvised violin/piano duets is now available
From Graham Clark 0 replies - Last 2009-3-21 09:32

False Advertising?
CD reviews: Should CDs clearly label their outside packaging with 'excerpt' if a listed work isn't presented in its entirety?
From N.A. Mohr 4 replies - Last 2009-3-12 20:41

Kavakos' recording of Sibelius' original version of the violin concerto
CD reviews: Your thoughts on the original version of Sibelius' violin concerto (before 1905 revision).
From David Ormai 27 replies - Last 2009-2-25 04:10

Kreisler and other older Mendelssohn Violin Concerto recordings
CD reviews: Looking for an older interpretation of Mendelssohn Violin Concerto by Kreisler and others
From Tim Yeh 6 replies - Last 2009-2-17 15:32

Edgar Meyer's recording of Bach's Suites for Unaccompanied Cello on Double Bass
CD reviews: Opinions on Edgar Meyer's recording of Bach's Unaccompanied Cello Suites on double bass?
From Pauline Lerner 8 replies - Last 2009-1-16 15:22

Why do you listen to your (really) old recordings?
CD reviews: Old vs. New recordings
From Terry Hsu 24 replies - Last 2009-1-14 15:46

Heifetz last recital
CD reviews: does anyone on the forum have any information on whether this CD exists and where one could obtain a copy?
From Charles Bott 7 replies - Last 2008-12-29 15:14

Christmas CDs
CD reviews: What Christmas CDs do you like to listen to? (Or not...) Any suggestions?
From Anne Horvath 24 replies - Last 2008-12-2 20:41

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