Roman Totenberg, Antoni Wit, Polish National Radio Orchestra, Johannes Brahms, Karol Lipiński - Brahms Lipinski Concertos

Review by Virginia Quetglas

The album Brahms Lipinski Concertos performed by Roman Totenberg, Antoni Wit, Polish National Radio Orchestra, Johannes Brahms, and Karol Lipiński is a stunning collection of classical music. The album features two of the most celebrated works of Brahms and Lipiński, the Violin Concerto in D major and the Violin Concerto No. 1 in G minor, respectively.

Roman Totenberg, a renowned violinist, delivers an outstanding performance in both concertos. His mastery of the violin and his ability to convey the emotions of the pieces with his playing are truly remarkable. The Polish National Radio Orchestra, under the direction of Antoni Wit, provides a flawless accompaniment to Totenberg's virtuosic performance.

The first concerto, Brahms' Violin Concerto in D major, is a majestic and complex work that demands great skill and technique from the soloist. Totenberg handles the intricate passages and soaring melodies with ease, bringing out the full beauty of the piece. The second concerto, Lipiński's Violin Concerto No. 1 in G minor, is a lesser-known work, but no less impressive. Totenberg gives a heartfelt performance that showcases the piece's lyrical and dramatic qualities.

Summary by Virginia Quetglas

Brahms Lipinski Concertos is a must-have for any classical music lover. The combination of Totenberg's virtuosity, Wit's direction, and the Polish National Radio Orchestra's impeccable playing makes for an unforgettable listening experience.