For many people Jascha Heifetz presents the reference, the commendation when it comes to bowing technique and intonation. Indeed, only few violinists have achieved his level of perfection, even nowadays.
Here you see a video of Vieuxtemps’ Violin Concerto No.4 in d Minor, played by Jascha Heifetz:
Well, probably that was not exactly what you have expected. That was Heifetz’ version of a musical joke. But believe it or not – I’ve heard it even worse.
Here you have another record of this piece – this time you can hear what happens when Heifetz plays something “seriously”.
Amazing. Enjoy it!
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