Bonus Episodes
Charles Reade
the dramatist and violin dealer wrote 4 letters to the Pall Mall Gazette in 1872 about Cremona violins, google says "This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it!" So listen on! I say.
To understand what these letters are about here is an intro with Benjamin Hebbert.
Kathleen Parlow
was one of the most outstanding violinists at the beginning of the 20th century.
In 1912, she was signed by the Columbia Record Company in New York, and her first records for the U.S. label were brought out alongside those of the legendary Eugene Ysaÿe.
Listen to her fascinating story and how she took the world by storm. From her devastating looks to the intrigue her priceless instrument created. You will hear rare recordings of this prodigious player as we retell her life and try to understand why such an incredible talent has been so forgotten today.
Brought to you by Biddulph recordings
The Kings Ballet
Want to hear about the worlds most expensive ballet performance? murderous royals and Cremonese violins? Well listen on to see what happened to Andrea Amati's instruments once they arrived in the French court.
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Patreon Episode
For a quick revision of your makers with tips and clues to look out for so you too can recognize their work.
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