Album insights
Renowned for his fearlessness, brilliance, and boundary-crossing artistry, David Garrett has been honored multiple times with an ECHO in both classical and pop music. Returning with a new release, "Iconic," the star violinist presents a Deluxe Edition (1 CD) featuring three bonus tracks and a 12-page booklet showcasing his artistry in text and imagery. Paying tribute to the great violinists of the Golden Age such as Heifetz, Kreisler, and Menuhin, Garrett's personal selection brings classical gems to life. These pieces, including atmospheric miniatures and brilliant virtuoso works by composers like Bach, Mendelssohn, Schumann, Dvořák, Gluck, and Kreisler, have been specially arranged for violin, guitar, and orchestra, offering a new and intimate perspective. Accompanied by guitarist Franck van der Heijden, who also conducts The Prezent orchestra, Garrett aims to evoke heartfelt emotions with this album, focusing on the essentials. In unique duo arrangements, Garrett collaborates with his former mentor Itzhak Perlman, star tenor Andrea Bocelli, flutist Cocomi, and trumpeter Till Brönner for a captivating musical experience.