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Violin Concerto No. 2 in B minor, Op. 7
Niccolò Paganini| Written around 1826, this concerto demonstrates Paganini's virtuosity and is famous for its third movement 'La Campanella'.
Violin Concerto in D major, Op. 35
Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky| Premiered in 1881, this concerto was initially considered unplayable due to its difficulty, but has since become a staple of the violin repertoire.
Violin Concerto No. 3 in B minor, Op. 61
Camille Saint-Saëns| Premiered in 1880, this concerto is known for its lush melodies and the skillful use of orchestral color.
Violin Concerto in D minor, Op. 47
Jean Sibelius| The composer's only concerto, dating from 1903, blends virtuoso violin writing with a deeply Finnish national character.
Violin Concerto in D minor, Op. 47
Jean Sibelius| Composed in 1903, the concerto merges traditional virtuosic elements with the composer's unique brooding melodies and harmonies.
Violin Concerto in B minor, Op. 61
Edward Elgar| This late Romantic concerto, composed in 1910, is characterized by its length, lyrical melodies, and demanding violin part.
Violin Concerto No. 1 in D major, Op. 19
Sergei Prokofiev| This concerto was first performed in 1923 and displays Prokofiev's new modernistic style combining dissonance with traditional melodic elements.
Violin Concerto in G minor, Op. 26
Ottorino Respighi| Completed in 1903, although less known, this concerto reflects Respighi's early style, reminiscent of German Romantic composers.
Violin Concerto in D major, Op. 77
Johannes Brahms| This concerto was composed in 1878 and is known for its technical demands on the soloist. It melds the traditions of the classical concerto with the lyrical, symphonic style that Brahms is known for.
Violin Concerto No. 2 in D minor, Op. 22
Henryk Wieniawski| Completed in 1862, this romantic concerto is loved for its beautiful melodies, rich harmonies, and the virtuosic polish style.
Violin Concerto in D major, Op. 61
Ludwig van Beethoven| Premiered in 1806, this concerto was not immediately successful but later became one of the best-known violin concertos, admired for its innovative structure and breadth.
Violin Concerto No. 1 in G minor, Op. 26
Max Bruch| First performed in 1868, this romantic concerto combines virtuosity with the deep emotion characteristic of the German romantic movement.
Violin Concerto in F sharp minor, Op. 14
Samuel Barber| Composed in 1939, Barber's concerto is recognized for its romantic melodies and modern harmonic language.
Violin Concerto No. 2 in E major, BWV 1042
Johann Sebastian Bach| Another masterpiece from the Baroque period showcasing Bach's expertise in counterpoint and melody.
Violin Concerto No. 4 in D minor, Op. 31
Henri Vieuxtemps| Composed in the mid-19th century, this concerto showcases the composer's virtuosic technique and the romantic spirit.
Violin Concerto in D minor, WoO 1
Robert Schumann| Written in 1853 but not premiered until 1937, this concerto is the last symphonic work of Schumann, reflecting his struggle with mental health.
Violin Concerto in E minor, Op. 64
Felix Mendelssohn| Composed in 1844, it was one of the last and well-loved works of Mendelssohn, influencing the concerto form with its continuous stream of melody and innovative orchestration.
Violin Concerto No. 1 in A minor, BWV 1041
Johann Sebastian Bach| Composed during the Baroque period, this concerto is admired for its lively rhythms and the dialogue between the violin and orchestral parts.
Violin Concerto in A minor, Op. 53
Antonín Dvořák| This concerto, written in 1879, is admired for its lyrical melodies and interplay between the violin and orchestra, reflecting the nationalistic elements of Czech music.
Violin Concerto No. 5 in A minor, Op. 37
Henri Vieuxtemps| Known for its beautiful melodies and technical difficulties, this work is a staple of violin repertoire showcasing 19th-century virtuosity.
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