Annar Folleso, Norwegian Radio Orchestra, Ole Kristian Ruud – Ole Bull: Violin Concertos (2010) [SACD / 2L – 2L-067-SACD]
Title: Annar Folleso, Norwegian Radio Orchestra, Ole Kristian Ruud – Ole Bull: Violin Concertos (2010)
Genre: Classical
Format: MCH SACD ISO + Hi-Res FLAC
Ole Bull, a Norwegian violin virtuoso, composer, and cultural pioneer, captivated global audiences in the nineteenth century with his dazzling technique and charisma, earning the title “the Scandinavian Paganini.” This recording features his well-known compositions like the rural Et Sæterbesøg, part of Norway’s cultural heritage, alongside recently rediscovered works, including two virtuosic violin concertos and the fiery Spanish fantasia La Verbena de San Juan, recorded here for the first time. The A major Concerto, written in Italy in 1834, brims with captivating melodies and thrilling virtuosity, while the Concerto Fantastico No. 2 showcases Bull’s original, enchanting ideas, as noted by Franz Liszt in 1840. These works highlight Bull’s role in forging a Norwegian national identity and his ability to enthrall audiences with his intense, charismatic performances.
