David Bresch wrote:
>Dear List, I just want to report a compact disc release that is wonderful:
>Kreisler's acoustic Bruch and his second electrical Brahms. The Bruch,
>to my surprise, is so beautiful that it transcends the limitation of the
>recording technology. It is a must-hear for fans of this concerto or
>violinist. Kreisler never re-made it.
he plays the same cadenza in both recordings- he was past his prime in the
second Brahms but of course the orchestra sound is much better, but the
first is played with more accuracy, power and a more focused tone- the
Bruch is special, especially the 2nd mvt- he is a bit messy in the last
movement
Arri Bachrach
N.Y.C.