Classical
The best-sounding recordings in this genre.
Paganini
Highly RecommendedHidden Gem
Paganini: Violin Concerto No. 1 / Saint-Saëns: Introduction and Rondo capriccioso
Erick Friedman, Walter Hendl, Chicago Symphony Orchestra
Best pressing: Original "Shaded Dog" pressing
Key track: Saint-Saëns: Introduction and Rondo capriccioso
Highly RecommendedHidden Gem
Paganini: 24 Caprices
María Dueñas
Best pressing: DG 2LP + CD
Key track: Caprice No. 24 in A minor
Hidden Gem
Paganini: Violin Concerto No. 1 / Wieniawski: Violin Concerto No. 2
Michael Rabin, Sir Eugene Goossens, Philharmonia Orchestra
Best pressing: Original Capitol stereo LP
Key track: Paganini: Violin Concerto No. 1: III. Rondo