The recordings for this album were made at Abbey Road Studios in London in 1975 and 1976, and CBS Studios in New York in 1978.
Compositional Technique
Fritz Kreisler was the first high-profile violinist to use a constant vibrato, which gave his phrasing a unique flavor compared to other violinists of his time.
Composition History
Fritz Kreisler's famous pastiches, written 'in the style' of 17th and 18th-century composers, were initially claimed to be discoveries but were later revealed to be his own compositions.
Composer's Artistic Vision
Fritz Kreisler's arrangements and original works are timelessly refined and remain part of the repertoire for violinists across generations.
Composer Biography
Fritz Kreisler, dubbed 'king of violinists', enjoyed unparalleled popularity for over half a century and is synonymous with nobility and charm.
Composer Biography
Fritz Kreisler (1875-1962) was one of the last composers who were also executive musicians, following the tradition of figures like Corelli and Paganini.
Performer Biography
Itzhak Perlman, a violinist of great stature, recorded three LPs dedicated to Fritz Kreisler in the mid-1970s, which are gathered in this edition.
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