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Great violinists: Arthur Grumiaux
Julian Haylock examines a performer whose aristocratic poise and purity of tone combined to perfection in Bach and Mozart, in this article from June 2010
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Great violinists: Eugène Ysaÿe
Matthew Rye examines the life of the great performer, conductor, composer and teacher whose full-bodied sound, broad tonal range and impeccable technique stemmed from years of hard practice
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Great violinists: Nicolò Paganini
In a special feature marking The Strad’s 120th anniversary in May 2010, Julian Haylock examined perhaps the greatest violinist of them all
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Great violinists: Christian Ferras
Nathaniel Vallois explores the sensuousness and raw force of the idiosyncratic French virtuoso, whose long battle with inner demons had a tragic conclusion
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Great violinists: Jan Kubelík
Tully Potter stands up for the old-school style and outstanding precision of the prodigious Czech performer
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Great violinists: Ginette Neveu
Matthew Rye analyses the power and passion of the remarkable French virtuoso whose career was cut short in its prime
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Great violinists: Adolf Busch
Tully Potter examines the poise and humanity of the great Classical interpreter who placed artistic integrity above career development
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Great violinists: Jacques Thibaud
Jacques Thibaud’s sensual sound and understated style marked him as a great chamber musician. Matthew Rye pays tribute to a subtle and dignified player
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Great violinists: Leonid Kogan
Julian Haylock examines a performer whose stern stage image reflected the unwavering focus and penetrating intensity of his playing, in this article from April 2010
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Great violinists: George Enescu
Matthew Rye examines one of music’s great all-rounders, whose phenomenal gifts as a violinist were allied to success as a composer, conductor and teacher
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A musical mosaic of Ireland: violinist Daniel Hope on ‘Irish Roots’
Forming the foundation for a his latest album, Daniel Hope speaks to Davina Shum about encapsulating Irishness not only through traditional musical styles, but also through various genres within Ireland and beyond
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A week of practice with violinist Lun Li
Juggling solo repertoire and different instruments amid a busy performance schedule, violinist Lun Li shares a seven-day run up preparing for a solo recital at the Morgan Library and Museum in New York City
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Cellist John-Henry Crawford on Tchaikovsky’s Variations on a Rococo Theme
Encountering the piece initially at the age of eleven, John-Henry Crawford shares his journey with this staple piece of cello repertoire, as well as tips and advice for overcoming some of the work’s technical challenges
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Piano trios to watch: Trio Chagall
Our June 2024 issue spotlights piano trios who are making waves in the classical music scene today. Charlotte Gardner takes a closer look at the Trio Chagall
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Piano trios to watch: Trio Orelon
Our June 2024 issue spotlights piano trios who are making waves in the classical music scene today. Charlotte Gardner takes a closer look at the Trio Orelon
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Piano trios to watch: Mithras Trio
Our June 2024 issue spotlights piano trios who are making waves in the classical music scene today. Charlotte Gardner takes a closer look at the Mithras Trio
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Victor Julien-Laferrière on four must-know cello works by female composers
Cellist Victor Julien-Laferrière breaks down the brilliance of the cello writing by women of the French Romantic period ahead of a performance as part of the 11th Palazzetto Bru Zane Paris Festival
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Bernstein’s Serenade after Plato’s ‘Symposium’ challenges violinists to become compelling storytellers: James Ehnes
Bernstein’s Serenade after Plato’s ‘Symposium’ may not be an immediately recognisable piece of the violin repertoire. James Ehnes shares how the work has multiple access points that are a reflection of the multifaceted composer, ahead of performances with the Toronto Symphony Orchestra
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Celebrating humanity through the viola: Hsin-Yun Huang
The violist’s new album VivaViola showcases the instrument in its ability to tell stories, connect people and cultures, as well as provide solace during trying times
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Exploring Bartók’s Viola Concerto: Yuri Zhislin
What makes this concerto unique and challenging? Violist/violinist Yuri Zhislin delves into the simple, yet sophisticated musical language of the composer, ahead of an album release of Bartók’s works on 24 May