Beethoven Sonatas Piano And Violin Op.47 (Kreutzer) & Op.96 - David Oistrakh
David Oistrakh and Lev Oborinโs 1962 recording brings these masterpieces to life with a combination of intellectual depth and burnished tonal beauty. Oistrakhโs violin playing, renowned for its noble sound and expressive warmth, finds ideal partnership in Oborinโs poised, architecturally aware pianism. In the โKreutzer,โ they balance power with clarity, shaping the sonataโs vast structure without sacrificing its volatility. Their reading of Op. 96, meanwhile, captures the workโs inward lyricism and spiritual poise, allowing phrases to unfold with natural breathing and refined dynamic shading. Recorded at the height of their artistic maturity, this collaboration exemplifies the great Russian chamber traditionโmarked by technical command, emotional sincerity, and profound respect for the score.
This 1962 performance stands as a testament to two towering musicians engaging Beethovenโs music not merely as a virtuoso display but as living drama and intimate confession. The contrast between the heroic sweep of Op. 47 and the contemplative grace of Op. 96 is illuminated through their shared musical vision. In these interpretations, the sonatas emerge not only as cornerstones of the violin repertoire but as deeply human statementsโmusic that continues to resonate with urgency, tenderness, and enduring truth.
Artist(s): Violin - David Oistrakh
Piano - Lev Oborin
Recording Info: Recorded 18th May ~ 19th Jun. 1962, Studio de Le Chant du Monde, Paris.
Sourced from a 15ips tape
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Sonata In A Minor Opus 47 "Kreutzer"
1 Adagio Sostenuto - Presto 11:40
2 Andante Con Variazioni 15:24
3 Finale: Presto 7:00
Sonata In G Major Opus 96
4 Allegro Moderato 10:34
5 Adagio Espressivo 6:28
6 Scherzo: Allegro 2:02
7 Poco Allegretto 8:28
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