Shunske Sato, Johannes Leertouwer, De Nieuwe Philharmonie Utrecht - Brahms: Violin Concerto - Symphony No. 4 (2026) [Hi-Res]

Tracklist

01. Violin Concerto in D Major, Op. 77: I. Allegro non troppo
02. Violin Concerto in D Major, Op. 77: II. Adagio
03. Violin Concerto in D Major, Op. 77: III. Allegro giocoso, ma non troppo vivace
04. Symphony No. 4 in E Minor, Op. 98: I. Allegro non troppo
05. Symphony No. 4 in E Minor, Op. 98: II. Andante moderato
06. Symphony No. 4 in E Minor, Op. 98: III. Allegro giocoso
07. Symphony No. 4 in E Minor, Op. 98: IV. Allegro energico e passionato

This recording explores Brahms' masterpieces through the lens of historical performance practice, restoring lost expressive technical traditions such as rubato, portamento and tempo flexibility. Performed on period instruments by the Nieuwe Philharmonie Utrecht led by specialist Johannes Leertouwer, the album reveals a sound world of striking contrasts, dramatic freedom and orchestral transparency going far beyond modern conventions.

Shunske Sato, violin
Nieuwe Philharmonic Utrecht
Johannes Leertouwer, conductor