Violinist James Ehnes unites with the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra under
the direction of Bramwell Tovey for this noteworthy collection of
concertos by Korngold, Barber, and Walton. Ehnes' sound seems to be
especially well suited for these three works, each demanding rich, fluid
tone; stellar technique; and exceptional sensitivity and musicality.
Aficionados of classic movies may recognize portions of the Korngold
concerto as the composer lifted several of the melodies from his
favorite film scores. There are parts of the concerto that still sound
as if it was created for the screen instead of the concert hall,
especially the orchestral tuttis. It is nonetheless an entertaining work
and Ehnes' interpretation is both engaging and solicitous. The Barber
concerto is filled with lush, lugubrious playing. The second movement
especially, with its extensive passages on the G and D strings, puts the
listener awash in the violin's sound. The third movement, while well
executed, is a bit on the slow side until the final push to the end.
Like Korngold, Walton is another composer leading somewhat of a double
life between film composition and music specifically for the concert
hall, but Walton does not reuse materials from his film scores. Unlike
the Barber, Walton's Presto movement is quite energetic and almost
diabolical -- a very satisfying performance. The Vancouver Symphony
Orchestra also deserves kudos for this recording. The accompanying sound
is quite sensitive to the needs of the soloist; orchestral tuttis are
rich, powerful, and consummate. Mike D. Brownell
4.3.22
BARBER · KORNGOLD · WALTON : Violin Concertos (James Ehnes · Vancouver Symphony Orchestra · Bramwell Tovey) (2006) APE (image+.cue), lossless
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