Itzhak Perlman - A la carte / Lawrence Foster

Jules Massenet (Artist), Sergey Rachmaninov (Artist), Pablo de Sarasate (Artist), Alexander Glazunov (Artist), Fritz Kreisler (Artist), Pyotr Il'yich Tchaikovsky (Artist), Henryk Wieniawski (Artist), Lawrence Foster (Artist), Itzhak Perlman (Artist), The Abbey Road Ensemble (Artist) | Format: Audio CD

Product Details

• Audio CD (March 12, 1996)
• Number of Discs: 1
• Label: EMI Classics
• ASIN: B000002RVH
• In-Print Editions: MP3 Download
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #22,995 in Music (See Top 100 in Music)
  • #60 in Music > Classical > Historical Periods > Romantic (c.1820-1910) > Composers > Rachmaninov, Sergei

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29 of 29 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars An Outstanding Collection, February 11, 2002

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DavidFromCT (Norwich, CT United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Itzhak Perlman - A la carte / Lawrence Foster (Audio CD)

Here is Perlman at the top of his game- performing short Romantic and turn-of-the-century gems. Perlman has always seemed to revel in this specific era in classical music. From Glazunov's fiery Mazurka, to Pablo de Sarasate's virtuosic jaunt, to the simple, romatic charm of Kreisler's "Schon Rosmarin", Itzhak Perlman and the Abbey Road Ensemble deliver with graceful mastery. I've never heard Massenet's Meditations from "Thais" performed with more passion and elegance.
A lot of violinists, myself included, feel that Perlman has had a rather inconsistent recording career, and A La Carte should be impressive and refreshing for his critics. The exceptional sound quality of this recording makes it a very involving experience and great addition to any audiophile's collection. I never tire of this album, and it is a mainstay and a favorite in my collection. I recommend it 100%.

27 of 28 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Gorgeous playing, beautiful pieces., October 29, 1998

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This review is from: Itzhak Perlman - A la carte / Lawrence Foster (Audio CD)

This collection of rarely performed pieces is a fantastic record. Perlman's playing, as usual, is a feast for the ears. The lush accompaniment is equally beautiful. The pieces are accessible to the classical connoisseur as well as the novice. This is the perfect album for a winter afternoon around the house.

11 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Masterful, January 3, 2008

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Lawrence J. Gubas (Las Vegas) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Itzhak Perlman - A la carte / Lawrence Foster (Audio CD)

I purchased this because I had heard many of the pieces before but felt that the interpretations were pale and limp and so I took the chance that this master player would breathe life into them. I was not in any way disappointed. Perlman has a wonderful touch with his instrument and knows these pieces intimately. His playing is breathtakingly beautiful and far superior to any other versions that I have heard. I recommend this CD highly - especially in a peaceful, quiet setting where you can savor each wonderful melody.