The Spanish violinist Maria Duenas, winner of the last Yehudi Menuhin Competition, will make her DG debut with a Vienna recording of the Beethoven concerto.
She has written her own cadenzas.
No pressure, then.
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Be still my heart! Oh, are you sure? A European winner! How novel. How diverse.
Wishing her the very best!!
Judging from her several videos on youtube, I believe she might be one of the great names of the 21st century and actually be able to revive what we might call the era of “legendary” violinists — of the type of player whose musicianship and artistry immediately stands out, provides a true inspiration and leaves a lasting mark. I hadn’t heard this kind of playing for a very long time, except for very few exceptions. I hope the musical community gives her the worldwide recognition she deserves.
Yet ANOTHER recording of the Beethoven concerto? I know she has her own cadenzas, but come on now. Her Facebook page reveals a connection with the late Spanish composer Jordi Cervello who apparently wrote her a concerto. And she’s currently touring the Gabriela Ortiz concerto with Dudamel. Now wouldn’t that make an interesting pairing for a DG debut recording?
I’m very much looking forward to hearing Ms. Duenas’ recording, although it’s absolutely true that a more interesting choice of repertoire would have been preferable.