Günter Wand, the conductor, was Germany's youngest General Music Director in 1946, and over nearly 30 years, he built the Gürzenich Orchestra into one of Germany's best.
Recording & Production
This album is part of a posthumous edition of Günter Wand's recordings, aiming to present aspects of his musical work not covered by commercial releases during his lifetime.
Performer Biography
Ruggiero Ricci, the violinist, was considered one of the most important violinists of the 20th century and recorded Nicolò Paganini's 24 Capriccios complete for the first time.
Performer Biography
Günter Wand actively brought back "degenerate music" banned by the Nazis and championed young composers with numerous premieres.
Performer Biography
Ruggiero Ricci, the violinist, gave over 6,000 concerts in his more than 70-year career as a soloist.
Performer Biography
The WDR Symphony Orchestra, Cologne, is known for its interpretations of 20th-century music, commissioning works from composers like Stravinsky and Stockhausen.
Performer Biography
Günter Wand, the conductor on this album, refused to perform in occupied France during World War II, unlike other conductors, because he would not collaborate with the Nazis.
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