Fire and Ice

To combine this first release of Vladigerov’s violin concerto No.1 with Sibelius’ Violin Concerto is a juxtaposition of great interest: both Sibelius and Vladigerov studied in Berlin and both attached great importance to the folklore of their native countries. 
These distinctive works were written at an interval of only a few years, yet they seem to be crafted in opposing elements: one gives the impression of sculpting in ice, the other of subduing a raging fire.

The charismatic violin virtuoso Svetlin Roussev began his musical education at a very young age, studying under his mother, a professor at the music school in his home town of Ruse, Bulgaria. With remarkable virtuosity and intensity, Roussev performs a broad repertoire ranging from the baroque to the contemporary. He is renowned for his renditions of Slavic compositions and keenly promotes Bulgarian music. 

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Concerto in D Minor, Op. 47
I. Allegro moderato
 
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Concerto in D Minor, Op. 47
II. Adagio di molto
 
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Concerto in D Minor, Op. 47
III. Allegro ma non tanto
 
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Concerto in F Minor No. 1, Op. 11
I. Moderato agitato
 
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Concerto in F Minor No. 1, Op. 11
II. Andante cantabile
 
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Concerto in F Minor No. 1, Op. 11
III. Allegro ma non troppo
 
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