What a superb representation of these two composers.
Like another reviewer on here, it is the best interpretation of The Lark Ascending since Hugh Bean in the sixties which has always been a favourite of mine. The Tallis is simply beautiful and so atmospheric.
The selection of Elgar works is equally captivating culminating in the superb Introduction and Allegro.
I am not a musician and cannot play or read music but this cd is recorded in the Cadogan Hall with Zukermann conducting from the violin and to use a much abused phrase “he has nailed it!”
Anyone who thinks Elgar to be stuffy, then listen to this interpretation by a master and a superb orchestra. The Vaughan Williams will captivate you also.
At the price too, this is an unmissable bargain!
01. Pinchas Zukerman – Vaughan Williams The Lark Ascending
02. Pinchas Zukerman – Vaughan Williams Fantasia on a Theme by Thomas Tallis
03. Royal Philharmonic Orchestra – Serenade in E minor for String Orchestra, Op. 20 1.
04. Royal Philharmonic Orchestra – Serenade in E minor for String Orchestra, Op. 20 2.
05. Royal Philharmonic Orchestra – Serenade in E minor for String Orchestra, Op. 20 3.
06. Pinchas Zukerman – Salut d’amour, Op.12 Elgar Salut d’amour, Op. 12
07. Royal Philharmonic Orchestra – Chanson du matin, Op. 15 No. 2 Elgar Chanson de mati
08. Royal Philharmonic Orchestra – Chanson de Nuit, Op.15, No.1 Elgar Chanson de Nuit,
09. Pinchas Zukerman – Elgar In Moonlight
10. Royal Philharmonic Orchestra – Introduction & Allegro for Strings, Op. 47 Elgar Int