Maestro of the Strings: The Concertmaster’s Leading Role
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DescriptionMaestro of the Strings: The Concertmaster’s Leading Role in 60 Seconds. Take a minute to get the scoop!Fun FactA famous concerto featuring the concertmaster is Johann Sebastian Bach’s Brandenburg Concerto No. 4. In this piece, the concertmaster plays a prominent role as the solo violinist, leading intricate dialogues with two accompanying flutes. The violin part is technically demanding, filled with fast runs and ornate passages. The concertmaster's virtuosic performance is crucial...
