CCLXI. KHACHATURIAN, Aram: Violin Concerto

CCLXI. KHACHATURIAN, Aram (1903-1978)

Violin Concerto (1940)
1. Allegro con fermezza
2. Andante sostenuro
3. Allegro vivace
David Oistrakh, violin
Moscow Radio Symphony Orchestra
Aram Khachaturian, cond.
[scrolling score]
(37:16)

Although I usually prefer a live performance video, there is no out there who can capture the gritty magnificence of this piece like its dedicatee and its composer. The benefit of seeing the score (even when its unreadable) is appreciated, as Khachaturian's music is still under copyright (until 2029!) and therefore not obtainable at IMSLP.

First Movement

Here's the rugged, Russian solo violin part from the opening:

Second Movement

A soulful, mournful, simple melody:

Third Movement

This is the Khachaturian of the Sabre Dance (see Post XLIX) -- fast exciting rhythms, with biting energy: