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Peter said:
BTW, I do wish Perlman hadn't been recorded so far forward.
Probably most of us wish that!
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I have enjoyed following this discussion on "the greatest violinists of all time". I have just posted a new entry on my blog on this topic that I would love to get everyone's feedback on. I need your help to generate the top 100 (or perhaps it will turn into the top 200 violinists of all time!) Here is an excerpt from my blog that pertains to this discussion:
"We need some clear criteria to evaluate greatness. Here is my criteria in generating my favorite players …
Musicality, Passion, Creativity, Versatility, Virtuosity, New and Unique Contributions to the Instrument, Performances and Recordings
I do not want to restrict this “top 100 list” to just the classical realm. I aim to include all music genres and styles from classical to jazz, pop, fusion, rock and heavy metal to alternative and world folk (fiddle) styles. All the countries and cultures of the world should be represented and all forms of the violin from acoustic to 7-string electric. I want your feedback. Who are your favorite violin/fiddle players? I want your “top 10+ list” from your own experience and listening exposure. Why do you like them? Send me links to your favorite performances and web sites. I am excited to see what you come up with" …
Here is the link: http://flyingbow.com/?p=362
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Post by Fugue March 14, 2009 (33 of 38)
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As others have stated, there is no "best"--that's far too subjective, but I do enjoy the following:
Kremer
Hahn
Znaider
Fischer
Zehetmair
Mutter
and no doubt dozens more!
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Post by Beagle March 14, 2009 (34 of 38)
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LATERAL-THINKING PRELUDE
While driving this morning, I was mulling over this 'greatest violinist' question, and Bruce's comment elsewhere on the forum, about 'how awful violins sound up close' came to mind.
OFF-TOPIC FUGUE
Considering that (1) since the 19th century, violins have been built or modified to be heard above an orchestra at the back of an auditorium, and (2) violinists have one ear mere centimeters from the f-holes:
How many 'great violinists' are going deaf (and how is that affecting their playing)?
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Beagle said:
LATERAL-THINKING PRELUDE
While driving this morning, I was mulling over this 'greatest violinist' question, and Bruce's comment elsewhere on the forum, about 'how awful violins sound up close' came to mind.
OFF-TOPIC FUGUE
Considering that (1) since the 19th century, violins have been built or modified to be heard above an orchestra at the back of an auditorium, and (2) violinists have one ear mere centimeters from the f-holes:
How may 'great violinists' are going deaf (and how is that affecting their playing)?
I would say Julia Fischer in ten years.
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Post by aoqd22 March 14, 2009 (36 of 38)
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Partly because I am Canadian born and support artists from my homeland I would add James Ehnes to the list ... what a pity we haven't seen anything on SACD from him yet
pb
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Post by dbmay75 March 16, 2009 (37 of 38)
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Jean-Luc Ponty.
Classical, jazz, rock, fusion, world, country ... he's done it all, acoustically and electrically. Shamefully, he has no plans at this time to produce an SACD of his work.
But for those familiar with his work during the late 70's ... can you imagine a 5.1 presentation of Imaginary Voyage? Enigmatic Ocean?? Cosmic Messenger???
Cheers,
Dan
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Post by Peter March 16, 2009 (38 of 38)
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aoqd22 said:
Partly because I am Canadian born and support artists from my homeland I would add James Ehnes to the list ... what a pity we haven't seen anything on SACD from him yet
pb
I'm not Canadian, but agree with everything you say.
Make nice to Chandos and they may issue a certain forthcoming project as SACDs!
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