Jascha Heifetz Master Classes
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In this renowned series of rare television appearances, the legendary Jascha Heifetz—often referred to as the greatest violinist of the 20th century—leads a historic master class at the University of Southern California, in 1962. Through their mixture of brilliance and informality, these classes offer a glimpse into the technique, process, and personality of a classical virtuoso.
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1 Season • 8 Episodes
1962 – 1962
Premiered: Sat, Jan 13, 1962
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Season 1, Episode 8: “Heifetz Master Class; 8; Varoujon Kodjian Plays Bach and Beethoven”
Mr. Kodjian is an Armenian born Lebanese national who is in this country for the special purpose of studying with Mr. Heifetz. He performs Bach Partita No. 2 D Minor and Chaconne. Bachs six solo Sonatas and Partitas for unaccompanied violin are as uncommonly difficult to play as their mastery is rewarding. The extraordinary difficulty which this solo music presents impelled violinists to develop almost a special phase of technique to conquer them. The music itself is so supremely great and noble that violinists regard performances of these works as the most convincing proof of the powers of the instrument as well as of interpretation. The Sonatas are sequences of abstract forms whereas the Partitas are sequences of dance forms. The famous Chaconne is the last movement of Partita No. 2 in D Minor and easily one of musics masterpieces, as well as one of the most difficult interpretive pieces ever composed for the violin as a solo instrument.
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Nathan Kroll
Nathan Kroll
Miriam Arsham
Nathan Kroll
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Miriam Arsham
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Nathan Kroll
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Nathan Kroll
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Nathan Kroll
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What is Jascha Heifetz Master Classes about?
In this renowned series of rare television appearances, the legendary Jascha Heifetz—often referred to as the greatest violinist of the 20th century—leads a historic master class at the University of Southern California, in 1962. Through their mixture of brilliance and informality, these classes offer a glimpse into the technique, process, and personality of a classical virtuoso.
How many seasons does Jascha Heifetz Master Classes have?
Jascha Heifetz Master Classes comprises 1 season available to explore.
Who stars in Jascha Heifetz Master Classes?
Key cast members in Jascha Heifetz Master Classes include Jascha Heifetz, Brooks Smith, Erick Friedman, Elizabeth Matesky, Varoujan Kodjian.
Who created or directed Jascha Heifetz Master Classes?
Jascha Heifetz Master Classes was developed and directed by Nathan Kroll.