Eldbjørg Hemsing - Dvořák & Suk: Works for Violin & Orchestra (2018) [Official Digital Download 24/96]

Originally, this album was intended to be Eldbjorg Hemsing’s recording debut, but the repertoire interest in what became her debut (Borgstrom and Shostakovich) swayed the label and they changed the plan accordingly. Rarely has a recording debut had the impact of Eldbjorg’s debut album, and she has since been catapulted into international awareness in a very short time. On this release, we have more standard repertoire, no less well played and beautifully accompanied by the Antwerp Symphony Orchestra (previously the Royal Flemish Symphony Orchestra) under Alan Buribayev. This is the second record in a projected long series. A champion of Norway’s rich musical tradition, Eldbjorg Hemsing has been performing on some of the world’s most prestigious stages since age 11, when she made her solo debut with the Bergen Philharmonic Orchestra. Her violin playing represents a unique blend of classic Viennese sound, drawn from her lessons with Boris Kuschnier; a contemporary sensibility absorbed through numerous projects with the Oscar-winning composer Tan Dun; and a deep affinity with her Scandinavian heritage that she proudly showcases in every aspect of her active musical life.

Tracklist:
1. Violin Concerto in A Minor, Op. 53, B. 108 : I. Allegro ma non troppo 11:38
2. Violin Concerto in A Minor, Op. 53, B. 108 : II. Adagio ma non troppo 10:29
3. Violin Concerto in A Minor, Op. 53, B. 108 : III. Finale: Allegro giocoso, ma non troppo 10:22
4. Fantasy in G minor, Op. 24 : Fantasy in G Minor, Op. 24 23:30
5. 6 Piano Pieces, Op. 7 : No. 1. Song of Love (arr. S. Koncz for violin and orchestra) 07:01

Personnel:
Eldbjorg Hemsing, viloin
Antwerp Symphony Orchestra
Alan Buribayev, conductor