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Leonidas Kavakos

Beethoven Violin Concerto w/Bavarian Radio Symph.

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The Violinist Leonidas Kavakos
1 Concerto for Violin in D major, Op. 61  
2 Septet in E flat major, Op. 20  
3 National Airs and Variations (6) for Piano and Flute/Violin, Op. 105: no 3, A Schusserl  
4 National Airs and Variations (10) for Piano and Flute/Violin, Op. 107: no 1, I bin a Tiroler  
5 no 2, Bonny Laddie  
6 no 6, Peggy's Daughter  
7 no 7  
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What we have here is an extremely rare example of a "complete" musician among the violinists of the present day: one of the most sought-after soloists in today's world of music, he regularly performs with leading international orchestras under the most high-profile conductors. He is also a convincing advocate of the repertory for violin and piano and in general is a passionate chamber musician. More recently, he has additionally taken up conducting. All of these aspects of Leonidas Kavakos's artistic activities are reflected in the present double-CD featuring works by Ludwig van Beethoven. This is also the first recording by Kavakos, who was born in Greece in 1967, to be released under the terms of his new exclusive contract with Sony Classical.

  • Leonidas Kavakos discusses the power of music with WQXR: New York
    Posted At: March 24, 2020 12:00 AM

    What we have here is an extremely rare example of a "complete" musician among the violinists of the present day: one of the most sought-after soloists in today's world of music, he regularly performs with leading international orchestras under the most high-profile conductors. He is also a convincing advocate of the repertory for violin and piano and in general is a passionate chamber musician. More ...
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  • Is Leonidas Kavakos the greatest violinist in the world? / Philadelphia Inquirer
    Posted At: February 6, 2019 12:00 AM

    The greatest violinist in the world? It's a silly concept, of course. Some are wonderful technicians, others find a humanity in the music obvious nowhere on the printed page. But if there is another violinist anywhere who could have pulled off the extraordinary PCMS recital Leonidas Kavakos did Monday night at the Perelman Theater, I don't know who it might be. He came with an enormous advantage ...
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  • Leonidas Kavakos signs with Sony to record core repertoire / theStrad
    Posted At: June 20, 2018 12:00 AM

    Greek violinist Leonidas Kavakos has signed to Sony Classical for his next recording projects, after four-album stint with Decca.Initial projects include the Beethoven concerto for which he will direct the Bavarian Radio Symphony Orchestra, and a full set of the Bach Sonatas and Partitas. Kavakos recorded three albums with the label from 2006 to 2012 before joining Decca. His return to Sony was presaged ...
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  • Leonidas Kavakos will serve as artist-in-residence amid 20 Dallas Symphony conductors for 2018-19 season / Texas Classical Review
    Posted At: February 22, 2018 12:00 AM

    The absence of a music director–a quandary the Dallas Symphony Orchestra currently faces in light of the departure of Jaap van Zweden for the New York Philharmonic-brings up not only challenges of musical philosophy and technique, but of programing and continuity. But, while it's likely that a new music director for the 2019-20 season will be named sometime in upcoming months, audiences will ge...
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  • Leonidas Kavakos discusses 'Virtuoso' with ClassicalFM 91 Toledo
    Posted At: May 16, 2016 12:00 AM

    Leonidas Kavakos, one of the world's finest violinists, showcases virtuoso works for the violin on his latest Decca album. Included are some of the most exciting and challenging violin works ever written, alongside beautiful, lyrical encores, all of it, displaying a formidable technique to stunning effect. Kavakos is heard here at his very best; his unique style stealing the show in a dazzling, wide-...
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  • New Classical Tracks: Leonidas Kavakos, 'Virtuoso'
    Posted At: May 11, 2016 12:00 AM

    New Classical Tracks is a Syndicated Feature airing Nationally on Classical 24 & Statewide on Minnesota Public Radio. Listen to Julie Amacher's Feature with Leonidas Kavakos. READ THE TRANSCRIPT -  A virtuoso is highly skilled musician or artist. Leonidas Kavakos is a virtuoso, and he celebrates the artistry of other great violinists on his new recording, which is simply titled Virtuoso....
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  • Leonidas Kavakos discusses 'Virtuoso' on ideastream Cleveland
    Posted At: May 10, 2016 12:00 AM

    Leonidas Kavakos, one of the world's finest violinists, showcases virtuoso works for the violin: included on this album are some of the most exciting and challenging violin works ever written, alongside beautiful, lyrical encores.  Displaying a formidable technique to stunning effect, Kavakos is heard here at his very best; his unique style stealing the show in a dazzling, wide-ranging program.&...
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  • Leonidas Kavakos interview with Classical 88.9 WCVE: Richmond
    Posted At: May 3, 2016 12:00 AM

    Violinist Leonidas Kavakos is regarded as one of the world's finest violinists, an exceptional talent who has appeared with the world's greatest orchestras. He is an exclusive artist with Decca Classics and recently released a new album showcasing several virtuoso works for the violin. Included on this release are "some of the most exciting and challenging violin works ever written, alongside beautiful, ...
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  • Leonidas Kavakos chats with WBAA Radio about 'Virtuoso'
    Posted At: April 26, 2016 12:00 AM

    There's a new recording by Leonidas Kavakos, it's titled Virtuoso. There are solo violin pieces as well as gems by Britten, Dvorak, and Sarasate. His first release on Decca Classics, the complete Beethoven Violin Sonatas with Enrico Pace (January 2013), won the ECHO Klassik award ‘Instrumentalist of the Year.' That was followed by Brahms with the Gewandhausorchester Leipzig and Ric...
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  • Leonidas Kavakos - Virtuoso / WFMT: New Release of the Week
    Posted At: April 24, 2016 12:00 AM

    Leonidas Kavakos plays some of the most colorful and demanding violin works ever written, paired with a selection of beautiful and lyrical encores. Kavakos described his motivation for the disc: "After recording the Beethoven and Brahms violin sonatas, which is rather heavy repertoire, I wanted to present something that contained a greater variety of different styles and that focused on the violin as an ...
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  • Kansas Public Radio interviews Leonidas Kavakos
    Posted At: April 20, 2016 12:00 AM

    Leonidas Kavakos, one of the world's finest violinists, showcases virtuoso works for the violin: included on this album are some of the most exciting and challenging violin works ever written, alongside beautiful, lyrical encores.  Displaying a formidable technique to stunning effect, Kavakos is heard here at his very best; his unique style stealing the show in a dazzling, wide-ranging program. ...
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  • Leonidas Kavakos interviews with US radio today for new Decca release - Virtuoso
    Posted At: April 18, 2016 12:00 AM

    Leonidas Kavakos showcases Virtuoso works for the violin on his latest Decca album. These pieces combine some of the most exciting and challenging violin works ever written, alongside beautiful, lyrical encores.  Displaying a formidable technique to stunning effect, Kavakos is heard here at his very best; his unique style stealing the show in a dazzling, wide-ranging program. This new recital f...
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  • Leonidas Kavakos - Virtuoso / KDFC: Album of the Week
    Posted At: April 18, 2016 12:00 AM

    Tune in throughout the week for tracks from KDFC's Album of the Week. More to discover with KDFC and KDFC.com. This week's pick is from one of the world's finest violinists Leonidas Kavakos, who showcases virtuoso works for the violin. Included on this album are some of the most exciting and challenging violin works ever written, alongside beautiful, lyrical encores.  Displaying a f...
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  • Leonidas Kavakos - Virtuoso / WCRB: CD of the Week
    Posted At: April 4, 2016 12:00 AM

    From the imagination and curiosity of the WCRB: Boston staff, this is where you'll find personal reflections and comments about the music you hear every day on Classical Radio Boston. Check back often for the deep dive, the spontaneous revelation, and the beyond-the-broadcast connections that bring the music alive. For the CD of the Week April 4, celebrated violinist Leonidas Kavakos constructs a stu...
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