May 2025

US violinist Philippe Quint discusses his new album and we examine the 1732 ‘Baron d’Erlanger’ violin by Guarneri ‘del Gesù’. There’s a look at string trios and the life of George Enescu, and Alina Ibragimova reveals her Sentimental Work. Plus a Mozart Masterclass with Tobias Feldmann.

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Philippe Quint: a time of change

US violinist Philippe Quint speaks to Rita Fernandes about his deeply personal new album Milestones, which represents a turning point in his career

Leading the way: the ‘Baron d’Erlanger’ Guarneri ‘del Gesù’ violin 1732

Guarneri ‘del Gesù’ made the 1732 ‘Baron d’Erlanger’ violin near the start of his most productive period. Florian Leonhard explores how it shows the maker’s early style and reveals the history of its most famous owner

Postcard from Gateshead: Tertis and Aronowitz International Viola Competitions

Tully Potter attended the 2025 editions of the Tertis and Aronowitz International Viola Competitions – held for the first time under one roof in the north-east of England – and he couldn’t fault the results