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Saint-Saëns’ 'Introduction & Rondo Capriccioso' Premiered On This Day in 1867

The first performance was given by the works dedicatee, the then 19-year-old Spanish virtuoso Pablo de Sarasate, with the composer conducting at the Champs-Élysées.

 

Camille Saint-Saëns' celebrated violin showpiece Introduction and Rondo Capriccioso premiered on this day in 1867.

The first performance was given by the works dedicatee, the then 19-year-old Spanish virtuoso Pablo de Sarasate, with the composer conducting at the Champs-Élysées.

Originally intended as a dazzling conclusion to his first violin concerto (Op. 20), Introduction and Rondo Capriccioso gained such acclaim as a standalone piece during its debut performance that Saint-Saëns opted to release it independently.

The 9-minute bravura work is a cornerstone of today's recital and competition repertoire.

The composition operates captivatingly on two distinct levels: in the tranquil Introduction, the violin delivers a beautiful, melancholic melody, subtly reflecting Saint-Saëns' refined expressiveness; while in the lively Rondo Capriccioso, a blend of flair, virtuosity, and brilliance showcases the violinist's skills.

 

JASCHA HEIFETZ | CAMILLE SAINT- SAËNS | INTRODUCTION & RONDO CAPRICCIOSO | 1939

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