The exquisite craftsmanship of the 1694 Francesca violin
In short: Experience the haunting beauty of Fritz Kreisler's Liebesleid, performed on Antonio Stradivari's 1694 masterpiece, 'The Francesca'. This performance brings together legendary lutherie and classical artistry.
This presentation features the 'Francesca' violin, crafted by Antonio Stradivari in Cremona around 1694. The video showcases a performance of 'Liebesleid' by Fritz Kreisler (1875–1962), played by Sean Avram Carpenter with pianist Gabriela Martinez. It offers a rare opportunity to hear a historic instrument from the height of the Cremonese tradition paired with a celebrated piece of the violin repertoire.
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- Summary by Intellect · source: "The Francesca" Violin, Antonio Stradivari (ca. 1644--1737), Cremona, 1694. Ex. 2
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