Why do so many great violinists also become composers? Explore the fascinating legacy of violinist-composers, including Baroque virtuosos such as Heinrich Biber (1644 – 1704), Romantic legends like Niccolò Paganini (1782 – 1840), and 20th century innovators like George Enescu (1881 – 1955) and Grazyna Bacewicz (1909 – 1969). Examine how these artists wrote music tailored to their instruments and themselves by listening and discussing. Taught by a professional violinist, this course offers a behind-the-strings look at how performance and composition intertwine. Click here for a promo video.
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