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🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

A Surprising Hint from Linda Lampenius – Will We Hear Linda's Violin for Real on the Eurovision Stage?

Linda Lampenius hints at the possibility of playing her violin live during Eurovision, despite current rules requiring recorded music.

Mar 20 • 07:56 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Alina Pogotskina retires

Alina Pogotskina, the violinist who won the Jean Sibelius Violin Competition in 2005, has announced her retirement from performing after 35 years on stage.

Mar 18 • 19:27 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Young American Violin Virtuoso Joshua Brown in Vilnius: "Playing the Violin is a Very Intimate Experience"

Joshua Brown discusses his musical journey and the intimacy of playing the violin ahead of his concert in Vilnius.

Mar 17 • 10:40 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Tree Rings Reveal Origins of Some of the World's Best Violins

A recent study suggests that the wood used in some of Antonio Stradivari's violins may have originated from trees in northern Italy.

Mar 17 • 09:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Young Orchestra Circuit of Waters offers 82 spots for violin, viola, and cello classes

The Young Orchestra Circuit of Waters in Amparo, Brazil, is offering 82 spots for music classes in violin, viola, and cello for individuals aged 10 to 65.

Mar 16 • 18:57 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Flute, violin, trombone, percussion: Guri project in Avaré opens registrations for free music courses

The Guri project in Avaré, Brazil, is currently accepting registrations for free music courses until March 13, aimed at children, youth, and adults.

Mar 11 • 21:12 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Ifap opens registrations for free violin course in Macapá

The Federal Institute of Amapá (Ifap) is offering a free violin course in Macapá, aimed at students and community members.

Mar 9 • 21:14 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
National & Local

Plays on a violin worth 80 million kroner. Now Arve Tellefsen has held his last concert.

Norwegian violinist Arve Tellefsen announced he has given his final concert at the age of 89 due to health issues.

Mar 8 • 22:19 UTC
🇳🇴 NRK
National & Local

Arve Tellefsen has held his last concert

Violinist Arve Tellefsen, aged 89, announced his retirement during a sold-out concert in Eidskog, marking the end of his performing career.

Mar 8 • 22:12 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Concert of the BR Symphony Orchestra: Frank Peter Zimmermann triumphs with Frank Martin's Violin Concerto

Violinist Frank Peter Zimmermann delivers a stunning performance of Frank Martin's Violin Concerto with the BR Symphony Orchestra, showcasing both clarity and emotional depth.

Mar 6 • 13:08 UTC
🇸🇪 SVT Nyheter
World

Will violin virtuoso Linda Lampenius win Eurovision for Finland?

Linda Lampenius could lead Finland to a potential victory at the Eurovision Song Contest with her Finnish-language entry, 'Liekinheitin', which emphasizes violin playing.

Mar 3 • 12:15 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

The brightest Lithuanian violinist Dalia Kuznecovaitė will perform at the LVSO concert hall: "I am just an instrument in the hands of the Creator"

Violinist Dalia Kuznecovaitė is set to perform a significant concert with the Lithuanian State Symphony Orchestra, showcasing Brahms' Violin Concerto in D major.

Mar 3 • 11:46 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Linda Lampenius reveals a fact about her UMK violin – feared for the safety of her expensive property

Violinist Linda Lampenius shares her concerns about using a valuable violin during the UMK rehearsals after a string broke.

Mar 3 • 06:56 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Linda Lampenius' UMK Violin was a Cheap Version - Here's How Valuable Her Trusty Instrument Is

Linda Lampenius revealed on Ylex that the violin used in her UMK performance was not her valuable, trusted instrument, but a cheaper version bought online.

Mar 2 • 16:29 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Linda Lampenius on the violin controversy: 'I don't understand why this is such a big deal'

Linda Lampenius discusses the significance of her violin performance in light of the recent criticism regarding its sound during the Uuden musiikin kilpailu.

Mar 1 • 16:26 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

One thing in Linda Lampenius's performance stole the viewers' attention: "What sense does that make?"

Linda Lampenius's performance raised eyebrows as her violin playing was notably absent due to regulations against live instrument performances at the UMK and Eurovision.

Mar 1 • 10:18 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Instruments in Carry-On Luggage: Lufthansa Shows Grace for the Violin

Lufthansa has updated its carry-on regulations for musical instruments following a successful appeal by violinist Carolin Widmann and others.

Feb 26 • 13:05 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Violin Star Bomsori Kim in Vilnius: 'Music is my constant language'

Violinist Bomsori Kim will perform with the Lithuanian State Symphony Orchestra in Vilnius on February 27, sharing her experiences of past performances and her connection with audiences.

Feb 24 • 17:42 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

The 'Ysaÿe International Music Competition Finals' Will Be Held in Korea in July

The finals of the Ysaÿe International Music Competition will take place at the Icheon Art Hall in Korea from July 10-11, marking the first time this international event has been hosted in the country.

Feb 23 • 08:58 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
National & Local

What is the name of the instrument that has more strings than a violin?

Today's quiz features a variety of trivia questions on different topics ranging from music to history and geography.

Feb 18 • 04:30 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Sol Gabetta and 'PatKop' at the Isarphilharmonie: Triumphant Meeting of Violin and Cello

A weekend of extraordinary performances featuring celebrated violinist Sol Gabetta and cellist Patricia Kopatchinskaja captivated classical music enthusiasts in Munich.

Feb 16 • 14:31 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
Life & Tech

Japanese violinist performs 'Nuestro juramento' on social media: What a beautiful melody!

Koh, a Japanese violinist and weightlifting enthusiast, shares his interpretation of Ecuador's iconic song 'Nuestro juramento' in a creative daily challenge on social media.

Feb 14 • 18:07 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
Life & Tech

Noomi Rapace's Mother Teresa is strict and tense like a violin string

The film "Mother," featuring Noomi Rapace as Mother Teresa, explores a dramatic week in her life with a tense portrayal that avoids romanticizing her character.

Feb 12 • 06:05 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
Life & Tech

Academy Concert of the State Orchestra with Leonidas Kavakos: A Concert with Highs and Lows

At the Academy concert, violinist Leonidas Kavakos struggled initially with Tchaikovsky's violin concerto but eventually found his footing, showcasing his exceptional skill.

Feb 10 • 12:37 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Life & Tech

Palácio da Música opens registrations for music instrument courses in Teresina; one-time fee of R$ 60

Palácio da Música in Teresina is now accepting registrations for music instrument courses including guitar, sanfona, and violin, aimed at children, adolescents, and adults, with a one-time registration fee of R$ 60 and no monthly fees.

Feb 4 • 13:27 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
Sports

Euroleague Lithuanians: Ą. Tubelis' Violin, A. Butkevičius' Drums, and D. Motiejūnas Without Instruments

The Kaunas 'Žalgiris' team played like a well-tuned orchestra during the Euroleague match, with Ąžuolas Tubelis as the lead violinist, Arno Butkevičius on drums, while Donatas Motiejūnas faced a unique challenge of being without his instruments.

Feb 4 • 06:29 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
Life & Tech

French Visions with LNSO, Guido Sant'Anna, and Martynas Stakionis

Violinist Guido Sant'Anna, who has performed with major orchestras and won first place in the International Fritz Kreisler Violin Competition in 2022, returns to the stage of the Lithuanian National Philharmonic.

Feb 3 • 16:38 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Life & Tech

Beyond grape stomping: wine harvest in Gramado even features violin music in the vineyards

The wine harvest in Gramado features grape tasting, stomping, and live violin performances, enhancing the tourist experience to boost winery visits and farmer income.

Feb 3 • 07:00 UTC
🇬🇷 Proto Thema
Life & Tech

Child prodigy plays the "Marseillaise" on his violin while doing magic tricks with a soccer ball, video

14-year-old Yosef Kogan showcases his talents by playing the "Marseillaise" on violin and performing magic tricks with a soccer ball.

Jan 13 • 18:16 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
Life & Tech

Star Violinist Patricia Kopatchinskaja: "One discovers the violin in a whole new way"

Patricia Kopatchinskaja, a prominent violinist, explores the boundaries of music and personal freedom while reflecting on her beliefs in music and magic amidst her collaborations with controversial conductor Teodor Currentzis.

Jan 8 • 13:08 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
Life & Tech

What's happening in classical music: These star violinists are coming to Munich

January promises to be a celebration for violin enthusiasts in Munich with performances by three leading female violinists and the introduction of an intriguing young talent from Austria.

Jan 2 • 10:50 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

Vienna Preaches Kindness. Venice Protests Instead

The New Year's Concert at Venice's Fenice opera house, aired yesterday, is marked by a silent yet powerful protest against the appointment of Beatrice Venezi as musical director, symbolized by a violin key and heart pin worn by many attendees and even the conductor.

Jan 2 • 06:54 UTC

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