Henri Vieuxtemps

The Belgian violinist Henri Vieuxtemps (1820-1881) was one of the greatest virtuosi of his time, and alongside giving concerts, an important role was also played in his life by composition and teachin...

A reprint edition of this taste of Americana by the celebrated Belgian violinist and composer Henri Vieuxtemps (1820-1881), this set of variations on the melody was written in 1843 for the composer's...

Three pieces composed by violinist Henri Vieuxtemps, edited and fingered by Joan Manen. Pieces: 1. Romance 2. Regrets 3. Bohemienne.

This work gives the player the opportunity to display a beautiful tone and proficiency in both the left and right hand; it is also a marvellous exercise in rubato playing. Intended for first-year pupi...

In the time of travelling violin virtuosos in the 19th century, the Belgian composer Henri Vieuxtemps was regarded as one of the 'greatest', next to Paganini, Spohr, Bériot, Wieniawski and others. His...

The unsteady life of the Belgian Vieuxtemps anticipated the European idea like hardly any other in the 19th century. The best example is the Élégie composed in 1848: it was written in St. Petersburg,...

Vieuxtemps is nowadays considered to be the foremost exponent of the Franco-Belgian violin school. Following a concert by the 14-year old 'wunderkind' in 1834, none other than Robert Schumann said: 'W...

From his Suite op. 43 for violin and piano, Vieuxtemps himself orchestrated the two movements Aria and Gavotte and also played them regularly at his concerts. The accompaniment can be played with stri...

From his Suite op. 43 for violin and piano, Vieuxtemps himself orchestrated the two movements Aria and Gavotte and also played them regularly at his concerts. The accompaniment can be played with stri...