The Music Plays On — Sibelius Violin Concerto

The Violin Concerto of Jean Sibelius is really in a world unto itself. A requires an unique understanding of form and function, musicianship and technique, of the violinist. Its demands on the conductor require an unequaled combination of operatic drama and symphonic sensibility. And the demands and contribution from the orchestra, both individually and as a group are on the level of any of Sibelius’…