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JMWO Scheveningen 1949
1949
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JMWO Scheveningen 1949

Conducted by Igor Markevitch

The session
In 1949JM World Orchestra brought together outstanding young musicians in Scheveningen under the guidance of world-class conductors such as Igor Markevitch for a full concert programme followed by an international tour showcasing the orchestra’s talent on renowned stages and festivals. The edition featured Arthur Grumiaux as soloist.
At a glance
Year1949
LocationScheveningen, Netherlands
ConductorIgor Markevitch
On the podium

The conductors.

Igor Markevitch
Conductor

Igor Markevitch

Igor Markevitch (1912–1983) was a Ukrainian-born conductor and composer who first gained recognition in the 1930s as a modernist composer before focusing primarily on conducting after World War II. He became known his work with leading European orchestras, especially in French and Russian repertoire. Markevitch was particularly admired for his performances and recordings of composers such as Igor Stravinsky and Hector Berlioz.

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In the spotlight

The soloists.

Arthur Grumiaux
Soloist

Arthur Grumiaux

Arthur Grumiaux (1921–1986) was a celebrated Belgian violinist admired for his elegant tone and refined interpretations of composers such as Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart and Ludwig van Beethoven. Grumiaux also taught at the Royal Conservatory of Brussels, influencing a generation of violinists.

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