Bruch Mendelssohn, Yehudi Menuhin, Philharmonia Orchestra, Efrem Kurtz, Walter Süsskind - Violinkonzerte

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Review by Dan Berger

Album Review: Violinkonzerte by Bruch Mendelssohn – A Romantic Journey That Stays With You If you’re a sucker for the lush, sweeping sounds of Romantic-era classical music, Violinkonzerte is one of those albums that grabs your soul and doesn’t let go. Featuring Sir Yehudi Menuhin on violin alongside the Philharmonia Orchestra (conducted alternately by Efrem Kurtz and Walter Süsskind), this EMI release feels like stepping into a time machine set to 19th-century Europe. It’s dramatic, it’s emotional, and honestly? It’s kinda perfect. Let me start with Track 1: “I. Allegro Molto Appassionato.” From the first bowstroke, Menuhin plays as if his life depends on it. The passion here isn’t just heard—it’s felt. You can almost picture him leaning into every note, sweat dripping down his brow, while the orchestra swells behind him like an unstoppable tide. There’s something raw about how Bruch’s Violin Concerto No. 1 in G Minor unfolds; it’s not polished perfection but fiery emotion. When the cadenza hits, it’s like watching fireworks explode across a night sky—chaotic yet beautiful. I swear, listening to this track makes me want to grab someone by the shoulders and yell, “Do you HEAR this?!” Then there’s Track 4: “I. Allegro Moderato” from Mendelssohn’s Violin Concerto in E Minor, Op. 64. This one sneaks up on you. At first, it feels calm, almost shy, like it’s testing the waters. But then—boom! The melody takes off running, and suddenly you’re chasing after it, heart pounding. Menuhin has this way of making the violin sing, really sing, like it’s telling some ancient story only he understands. By the time the orchestra joins in full force, you’re not just listening anymore—you’re living inside the music. Every swell of strings feels like a wave crashing over you, pulling you deeper into its world. What sticks with me most about these tracks isn’t just their technical brilliance (though, yeah, Menuhin’s skill is unreal). It’s the way they make me feel things I didn’t even know I had space for. One moment I’m all caught up in the drama, and the next I’m sitting there thinking, “Wow, humans made THIS?” Like, what kind of wizardry goes into creating something so achingly beautiful? The production quality deserves a shoutout too. Credit to engineers like Neville Boyling and producers Lawrance Collingwood and Victor Olof—they’ve captured every nuance without losing the warmth of live performance. And those liner notes? Props to Frank Granville Barker for giving context without sounding like a textbook. Even the cover photo by R. Holt adds to the vibe, all moody and evocative. Here’s the thing though—listening to Violinkonzerte isn’t always easy. Some parts are downright heartbreaking. Like, who knew violins could sound so… human? Maybe that’s why it sticks with me. It’s not background music; it demands your attention, your emotions, maybe even a tissue or two. So yeah, if you’re looking for an album that’ll take you places words alone can’t reach, give Violinkonzerte a spin. Just don’t blame me if you find yourself staring out a window, lost in thought, wondering why no one writes music like this anymore. Oh, and bonus points if you listen on vinyl—the crackle just adds to the magic. Final thought? Classical music might seem old-school, but albums like this remind us why it still matters. Now excuse me while I go figure out how to learn the violin at age 35…

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Tracks

TrackDurationPreview
III. Allegretto Non Troppo - Allegro Molto Vivace6:21
II. Adagio8:31
I. Allegro Molto Appassionato - Cadenza - Presto12:20
Violin Concerto In E Minor,Op. 64
III. Finale (Allegro Energico)7:00
I. Allegro Moderato8:27
Violin Concerto No. 1 In G Minor, Op.26
II. Andante7:54

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Catalog Numbers

CDM 7 69003 2

Labels

EMI, EMI Studio DRM

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Formats

  • CD
  • Reissue
  • Remastered

Companies

RoleCompany
Copyright (c)EMI Records Ltd.
Phonographic Copyright (p)EMI Records Ltd.
Recorded AtNo.1 Studio, Abbey Road, London
Pressed BySonopress

Credits

RoleCredit
EngineerNeville Boyling
Liner Notes [EnglishFrank Granville Barker
© 1985]Frank Granville Barker
Liner NotesPathé Marconi EMI S.A.
Photography ByR. Holt
ProducerLawrance Collingwood (tracks: 4 to 6), Victor Olof (tracks: 1 to 3)
ViolinSir Yehudi Menuhin

Notes

  • 8-page liner booklet, with notes in English, plus German and French translations.
  • The German translation is uncredited.
  • Tracks 1 to 3 recorded: IV.1958, No.1 Studio, Abbey Road, London
  • Tracks 4 to 6 recorded: IX.1956, Kingsway Hall, London
  • ℗ 1959 Original sound recording made by EMI Records Ltd.
  • Digital remastering ℗ 1987 by EMI Records Ltd.
  • © EMI Records Ltd, 1987
  • This version has "Made in W. Germany" on the CD and inlay card.
  • For an alternative version with "Made in Holland" see CDM 7 69003 2
  • Originally released in 1959 on His Master's Voice ASD 334

Barcodes

  • Barcode (Text): 0 77776 90032 2
  • Barcode (Scanned): 077776900322
  • Matrix / Runout: SONOPRESS C-8958/CDM 7690032 B
  • Label Code: LC 0542
  • Mould SID Code: IFPI 0761
  • SPARS Code: ADD
  • Other (Public Domain declaration on CD label): DP

About Bruch Mendelssohn, Yehudi Menuhin, Philharmonia Orchestra, Efrem Kurtz, Walter Süsskind

German composer and conductor, born 6 January 1838 in Cologne, Germany and died 2 October 1920 in Berlin, Germany.

Real Name

    • Max Christian Friedrich Bruch

Name Vars

  • Bruch
  • Bruch Max
  • Bruch-
  • Bruh
  • Brunch
  • Brusch
  • M Bruch
  • M. Bruch
  • M. Bruchas
  • M. Bruh
  • M. Брух
  • Max Bruch (1838-1920)
  • Max Felix Bruch
  • Max Friedrich Bruch
  • Брух
  • М. Брух
  • М.Брух
  • Макс Брух
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Interesting fact about Album

Did you know that the album *Violinkonzerte* by Bruch and Mendelssohn is a stunning showcase of Romantic-era violin mastery? It features legendary violinist Sir Yehudi Menuhin, who was just 13 years old when he first recorded Mendelssohn’s *Violin Concerto in E Minor*. The recording has become iconic over the years. Interestingly, the album credits two different producers for its tracks—Victor Olof handled the Bruch pieces, while Lawrance Collingwood took charge of the Mendelssohn concerto. This division highlights how much care went into preserving the unique character of each composer's work. Oh, and fun detail: the liner notes were written by Frank Granville Barker, adding a personal touch to this timeless European classic.