Maxim Vengerov: Britten Violin Concerto Masterclass – Royal Academy of Music, London (DVD)

Product Details

UPC: 663876408002
Catalogue No.: MMF 2-022
Product Type: DVD Video – Violin Masterclass
Title: Benjamin Britten, Violin Concerto, Op. 15 – Masterclass
Instructor: Maxim Vengerov, one of the world’s most brilliant violinists and an esteemed Professor of Violin at the Royal Academy of Music, London
Featured Student: Giovanni Guzzi
Repertoire:

• Focus on the first movement of Benjamin Britten’s remarkable and haunting Violin Concerto, Op. 15
  Running Time: Approximately 50 minutes
  Format:
• DVD (NTSC, Region-Free)
• Widescreen, 16:9 Anamorphic Video
• Sound: Stereo
• Colour Format: NTSC
  Release Year: 2008 (Masterclass Media Foundation production)
  Label/Distributor: EMI Classics (Maxim Vengerov appears by EMI Classics)
  Website: www.masterclassfoundation.org

Overview

Maxim Vengerov, celebrated for his extraordinary technical prowess and musical insight, presents an exclusive masterclass in which he works one-on-one with student Giovanni Guzzi. In this DVD, recorded at the prestigious Royal Academy of Music in London, Vengerov explores the first movement of Benjamin Britten’s Violin Concerto, Op. 15. Known for his perceptive and engaging teaching style, Vengerov offers a detailed breakdown of the concerto’s intricate passages, providing invaluable guidance on interpretation, phrasing, and stylistic nuances. This masterclass is a unique educational resource for both aspiring violinists and professional musicians, encapsulating the dynamic art of performance and pedagogy.

German Translation – Overview (Übersicht)

Maxim Vengerov, bekannt für sein außergewöhnliches technisches Können und musikalische Einsicht, präsentiert einen exklusiven Masterclass-Kurs, in dem er intensiv mit dem Schüler Giovanni Guzzi arbeitet. Auf dieser DVD, die in der renommierten Royal Academy of Music in London aufgenommen wurde, widmet sich Vengerov dem ersten Satz von Benjamin Britten’s Violinkonzert, Op. 15. Berühmt für seine einfühlsame und mitreißende Lehrmethode bietet Vengerov eine detaillierte Analyse der komplexen Passagen des Konzerts und vermittelt wertvolle Hinweise zur Interpretation, Phrasierung und stilistischen Feinheiten. Diese Masterclass ist eine einzigartige Bildungsressource, die sowohl angehende Geiger als auch professionelle Musiker inspiriert und die dynamische Kunst der Aufführung und Pädagogik eindrucksvoll vermittelt.

Product Features

Instructional and Repertoire Highlights

• Masterclass Focus:

  • Intensive coaching on the first movement of Britten’s Violin Concerto, Op. 15
  • Emphasis on technical precision, musical expression, and stylistic interpretation
  • Detailed commentary on phrasing, articulation, and dynamic contrasts

• Teaching Excellence:

  • Maxim Vengerov's extensive performance career and his celebrated teaching at the Royal Academy of Music provide deep insights into advanced violin technique.
  • Personalized feedback and practical performance tips make this session an essential learning tool for students at every level.

Production & Presentation Quality

• Filming Location: Royal Academy of Music, London, ensuring an inspiring academic environment
• Video & Audio Quality:
  • High-quality DVD presentation in 16:9 anamorphic format offers a clear and immersive viewing experience.
  • Stereo sound recording provides precise auditory guidance.
• Accessibility:
  • Region-free NTSC format guarantees compatibility with NTSC and PAL systems worldwide, although some playback adjustments may be necessary.

Interesting Facts

English

• Early Prodigy to Global Icon:
  Maxim Vengerov first graced the recital stage at age five and won the Junior Wieniawski Competition at ten, marking the beginning of a luminous career that now inspires generations of violinists.

• World-Class Educator:
  Beyond his acclaim as a virtuoso, Vengerov is recognized for his engaging teaching style, which combines rigorous technical training with inspirational musical storytelling. His masterclass provides rare insights into the process of mastering one of Britten’s most challenging works.

• Archival Value:
  This DVD is part of The Masterclass Media Foundation’s enduring archive aimed at preserving the wisdom of the world’s greatest musicians for music colleges and students worldwide.

German Translation – Interesting Facts (Interessante Fakten)

• Von einem Wunderkind zum globalen Star:
  Maxim Vengerov betrat bereits im Alter von fünf Jahren die Konzertbühne und gewann mit zehn Jahren den Junior Wieniawski Wettbewerb – der Beginn einer leuchtenden Karriere, die heute Generationen von Geigern inspiriert.

• Weltklasse-Ausbilder:
  Neben seiner Virtuosität wird Vengerov für seinen mitreißenden Unterrichtsstil geschätzt, der strenge technische Ausbildung mit inspirierendem musikalischem Erzählen kombiniert. Sein Masterclass-Kurs bietet seltene Einblicke in die Meisterung eines der anspruchsvollsten Werke Britten’s.

• Archivierungswert:
  Diese DVD ist Teil des fortlaufenden Archivs der Masterclass Media Foundation, das darauf abzielt, das Wissen der weltbesten Musiker für Musikhochschulen und Studenten weltweit zu bewahren.

Publishers

Produced and distributed by The Masterclass Media Foundation
59 Cotham Hill, Bristol BS6 5JR, England, UK
For more information, visit www.masterclassfoundation.org.

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