Mendelssohn’s Scottish & Bruch’s Violin

Errollyn Wallen: PhotographyMax Bruch: Violin Concerto No. 1Felix Mendelssohn: Symphony No. 3, “Scottish” It’s one of the most hauntingly beautiful works ever composed for the violin, adored the world over for its sparkling, romantic solos and expressive melodies. Symphony Nova Scotia’s very own Concertmaster Renaud Lapierre performs Bruch’s rich, immense, and passionate Violin Concerto on his prized 19th-century Parisian Vuillaume violin.† This monumental showpiece is paired with Mendelssohn’s moody, atmospheric “Scottish” Symphony, dedicated to Queen Victoria and inspired by the rugged northern vistas of the Scottish Highlands and Edinburgh’s ruined medieval splendours. †Graciously provided by Canimex Inc. from Drummondville, Québec. *Appearing courtesy of Tapestry Opera’s Women in Musical Leadership Program, a legacy project of former Music Director Holly Mathieson. Symphony Nova Scotia’s participation in Women in Musical Leadership is generously supported by Barbara Meens Thistle, TimBar Consulting Inc.