Vinyl Records David Garrett, Orchestra the Prezent, Franck van der Heijden - Iconic [2LP]

David Garrett (David Christian Bongartz) – is a renowned German violinist who impresses the world with his skill and distinctive style. Garrett demonstrated remarkable talent from an early age, starting to play the violin at just four years old. His debut at the Kissinger Sommer festival at the age of nine was the first step on his path to a great career. He studied with prominent musicians such as Itzhak Perlman and graduated from the prestigious Juilliard School in New York. Garrett is known for his ability to blend classical music with elements of rock and pop culture, making his performances unique and unforgettable. Albums like “Encore” and “Rock Symphonies” reflect his drive for experimentation and innovation. His sincere, technically perfect, and emotionally rich style has made him one of the most popular violinists of our time.

The album Iconic, released in 2022, is a true musical masterpiece that combines classical heritage with modern interpretations. In this release, Garrett collaborates with Orchestra the Prezent and Frank van der Heyden, paying tribute to legendary violinists such as Jascha Heifetz and Yehudi Menuhin. The album features over twenty tracks, including works by Bach, Dvořák, Gluck, Mendelssohn, and Schumann, arranged for violin, guitar, and orchestra. Iconic not only includes well-known melodies such as “Estrellita” by Manuel Ponce and “The Swan” by Camille Saint-Saëns but also offers exciting duets with Andrea Bocelli and Itzhak Perlman. This album wonderfully showcases Garrett’s creative approach and his ability to blend classical traditions with modern elements, creating a unique musical experience.

The album contains 2 LPs with 22 tracks.

• LP 1, Side A:
  • Ponce: 2 Canciones Mexicanas: II. Estrellita (Arr. For Violin and Orchestra)
  • Gluck: Orfeo ed Euridice, Wq. 30: Mélodie (Arr. For Violin and Orchestra)
  • Dvořák: 4 Romantic Pieces, Op. 75, B. 150: I. Allegro moderato (Arr. For Violin and Orchestra)
  • Paradis: Sicilienne (Arr. For Violin and Orchestra)
  • Schubert: Ave Maria, D. 839 (Arr. For Voice, Violin and Orchestra) feat. Andrea Bocelli
  • Saint-Saëns: Carnival of the Animals, R. 125: XIII. The Swan (Arr. For Violin and Orchestra)
• LP 1, Side B:
  • Foster: Jeanie with the Light Brown Hair (Arr. For Violin and Orchestra)
  • Shostakovich: 3 Duets for 2 Violins and Piano, Op. 97d: I. Prelude (Arr. For Violin and Orchestra) feat. Itzhak Perlman
  • Vivaldi: The Four Seasons: Violin Concerto in F Minor, Op. 8, No. 4, RV 297 "Winter": II. Largo (Arr. For Violin and Orchestra)
  • Schumann: Kinderszenen, Op. 15: VII. Träumerei (Arr. For Violin and Orchestra)
  • Mendelssohn: 6 Lieder, Op. 34: II. Auf Flügeln des Gesanges
  • Dinicu: Hora staccato (Arr. For Violin, Trumpet and Orchestra) feat. Till Brönner
• LP 2, Side C:
  • Veracini: Violin Sonata in A Major, Op. 2, No. 6: IV. Largo (Arr. For Violin and Orchestra)
  • Debussy: Préludes / Book 1, L. 117: VIII. La fille aux cheveux de lin (Arr. For Violin, Flute and Orchestra) feat. Cocomi
  • Raff: 6 Morceaux, Op. 85: III. Cavatina (Arr. For Violin and Orchestra)
  • Traditional: Danny Boy (Arr. For Violin and Orchestra)
  • J.S. Bach: Violin Concerto No. 2 in E Major, BWV 1042: III. Allegro assai (Arr. For Violin and Orchestra)
• LP 2, Side D:
  • Vivaldi: Concerto for 2 Violins and Cello in D minor, Op. 3, No. 11, RV 565: II. Largo e spiccato (Arr. For Violin and Orchestra)
  • Kreisler: Tempo di Minuetto in the Style of Pugnani (Arr. For Violin and Orchestra)
  • Fauré: 3 Mélodies, Op. 7: I. Après un rêve (Arr. For Violin and Orchestra)
  • Saint-Saëns: Danse macabre, Op. 40, R. 171 (Arr. For Violin and Orchestra)
  • Dvořák: Gypsy Melodies, Op. 55, B. 104: IV. Songs My Mother Taught Me (Arr. For Violin and Orchestra)