Mendelssohn's Violin Concerto in D minor, Op. posth., MWV O3, was written when the composer was only 13 years old for his violin teacher and friend Eduard Rietz, but was not performed during Mendelssohn's lifetime.
Interpretation
Flautist Krzysztof Kaczka performs Mendelssohn's Violin Concerto in E Minor, Op. 64, using an arrangement by Emil Prill, marking the first time this piece has been recorded with string orchestra accompaniment.
Historical Context
The Janáček Philharmonic, based in Ostrava, Czech Republic, has a long musical tradition dating back to the first half of the 20th century, with figures like Paul Hindemith, Sergei Prokofiev, and Igor Stravinsky performing with its predecessor ensemble.
Performer Biography
Krzysztof Kaczka, a renowned Polish flautist, gained internet fame in 2019 by posting videos of himself playing complex music while exercising in his fitness studio.
Performer Biography
Jarosław Nadrzycki, a distinguished Polish violinist, made his solo debut at the age of 12 in the Great Hall of Tchaikovsky's Conservatory in Moscow.
Album & Artwork
The album features four 'Songs without Words' by Felix Mendelssohn-Bartholdy, arranged for violin and flute, which represent the core of the collaboration between Krzysztof Kaczka and Jarosław Nadrzycki during the pandemic.
Recording & Production
This album was recorded in August 2020 in Ostrava, Czech Republic, during the COVID-19 pandemic, which presented significant travel and logistical challenges for the artists.
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