STEPHANIE In PARIS
Camille Saint-Saens is probably best known for his popular Carnival of the Animals, but his violin concerti and showpieces are beloved by all violinists for their exquisite compositional skill and bravura style. The Introduction and Rondo Capriccioso was written in 1863 for the phenomenal Spanish virtuoso Pablo de Sarasate and is a favorite among violinists for its impeccable form and sensitive orchestration which allows the soloist to shine over the orchestra. Stephanie’s performance is absolutely world-class—one of the best I have ever heard!
The second selection is less well-known, it was originally scored as a piano trio, then revised in 1910 as a sort of “concertante” for two soloists and full orchestra. The famed French music publisher Durand, concerned that it would not sell if entitled simply Double Concerto, created the intriguing title La muse et la poete to more effectively market the piece and sell more copies, thus increasing his profits!
We hope you enjoy listening to both works and we will keep you updated on Stephanie’s projects and performances until she makes her long-anticipated SOR debut in April 2022!
Musically yours,
Maria, Artistic Director, SOR