Zino Francescatti
"Known for his lyrical performance style and as a champion of contemporary violin music by such composers as Darius Milhaud, Leonard Bernstein, and Karol Szymanowski." - Encyclopædia Britannica
"Francescatti's playing was marked by a seemingly effortless technique, warmth of expression, and tonal elegance. "
"One of the great classical violinists of the twentieth century. Among his recordings are Saint-Saëns's famous and popular "Introduction and Rondo Capriccioso", with Leonard Bernstein conducting the New York Philharmonic. "
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Both parents were violinists. A violinist of outstanding technical ability, Francescatti played all of the great concerti.