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Spohr’s Violin Concertos: A Forgotten Legacy

Spohr’s Violin Concertos: A Forgotten Legacy

Posted by Paul Wood on 19th Dec 2023

Louis Spohr (1784-1859) was a German composer, violinist and conductor who was highly regarded during his lifetime. He composed ten symphonies, ten operas, eighteen violin concertos, four clarinet con … read more
Sarasate Carmen Fantasy

Sarasate Carmen Fantasy

Posted by Paul Wood on 29th Nov 2023

Saraste Carmen Fantasy: A Violin Masterpiece Based on Bizet’s Opera Pablo de Sarasate was a Spanish violinist and composer who lived from 1844 to 1908. He was one of the most celebrated violinis … read more
The Franco - Belgium Violin School

The Franco - Belgium Violin School

Posted by Paul Wood on 22nd Nov 2023

The Franco-Belgian Violin School is a term used to describe a style and tradition of violin playing that originated in France and Belgium in the 19th and early 20th centuries. It is characterized by i … read more