Arthur Grumiaux ∙ Live Concert Performances ∙ 2CD

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The significant commencement of Arthur Grumiaux‘s career unfolded in 1940 when he achieved a unanimous victory in the Vieuxtemps first prize competition in Belgium. However, as World War II ensued and Belgium fell under occupation, his career was interrupted, leading him to assume the role of second violinist in the Artis Quartet. After the liberation, he made his debut in England and subsequently embarked on extensive tours throughout Europe, earning acclaim for the sensitivity and refinement evident in his playing, coupled with profound musicianship. On 7 November 1954, Franco Gallini conducted the first performance of Paganini’s Concerto No 4 in D minor since the composer’s era, featuring Grumiaux as the soloist. Subsequently, they presented the concerto in other European cities. A live recording from this period in Vienna has survived and is presented for the first time. The other works on this double CD are also live recordings, including the Bach Double Concerto featuring Henry Merckel as second violinist. In later years, Grumiaux grappled with increasing health challenges, particularly concerning his vision. The loss of vision in his left eye and significant fatigue in his right eye underscored the imperative need for assertive measures in managing his diabetes. Nonetheless, in 1983, despite experiencing partial blindness, he actively participated in the Stavelot festival until one year before his death in 1986.

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ARTHUR GRUMIAUX Live Concert Performances

CD 1

PAGANINI: Violin Concerto No 4 in D Minor, MS 60
Arthur Grumiaux ∙ violin
Wiener Symphoniker
Franco Gallini ∙ conductor
Recorded · 09 December 1954 · Vienna · Musikverein Großer Saal · ORF · Live Recording

MOZART: Violin Concerto No 5 in A Major, KV 219
Arthur Grumiaux ∙ violin
Orchestre de Radio-Luxembourg
Henri Pensis ∙ conductor
Recorded · 17 May 1956 · Luxembourg · Auditorium Villa Louvigny · RTL · Live Recording

BACH: Concerto for 2 Violins in D Minor, BWV 1043
Arthur Grumiaux ∙ 1st violin
Henry Merckel ∙ 2nd violin
Orchestre Symphonique de Strasbourg
Louis Martin ∙ conductor
Recorded · 19 June 1958 · Strasbourg · Palais de Fêtes · RTF · Live Recording

CD 2

MOZART: Violin Concerto No 4 in D Major, KV 218
SAINT-SAËNS: Introduction & Rondo Capriccioso, Op 28
YSAYE: Sonata for Solo Violin in D Minor ‘Ballade’, Op 27, No 3
Arthur Grumiaux ∙ violin
Orchestre de Radio-Luxembourg
Henri Pensis ∙ conductor
Recorded · 26 May 1955 · Luxembourg · Auditorium Villa Louvigny · RTL · Live Recording

MENDELSSOHN: Violin Concerto in E Minor, Op 64
Arthur Grumiaux ∙ violin
Klassische Philharmonie Stuttgart
Karl Münchinger ∙ conductor
Recorded · 22 November 1971 · Stuttgart · Liederhalle · SDR · Live Recording

Article number: MC 2056
UPC barcode: 791154051146
Release date: 1 May 2024
Booklet: 12 Pages
Total timing: 71:30 CD1 ∙ 62:15 CD2
From the Original Masters ∙ © 2024 Meloclassic

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