A highly refined performance where intellectual composition and emotion intersect
This acclaimed recording harmonizes Schelling's impeccable bowing with the refined support of the London Symphony Orchestra conducted by Isserstedt, presenting a structured performance of Beethoven's concerto in which intelligence and lyricism coexist.
The solo violin weaves the melody carefully, engaging in a close dialogue with the orchestra. This performance, which naturally incorporates changes in tempo between "stillness" and "movement," highlights Schelling's limpid tone and keen sense of structure, capturing the essence of the music without flaunting virtuosity. The London Symphony Orchestra, led by Isserstedt, avoids excessive assertion while staying firmly in tune with the music's ups and downs, supporting a sound that combines poise and grandeur. The cadenza is also elegant, and a consistent aesthetic is maintained in both technique and expression, making this a highly acclaimed masterpiece, even among recordings of the 1970s.
