By
Eugène Ysaÿe
Eugène Ysaÿe's Violin Sonata No. 3 in D minor, known as the "Ballade," is a remarkable composition from the early 20th century. It is part of Ysaÿe's set of six sonatas, each dedicated to a fellow virtuoso violinist. The "Ballade" showcases Ysaÿe's technical and expressive prowess, characterized by its dramatic and narrative qualities. This piece remains celebrated for its rich and emotive storytelling, making it a beloved work in the solo violin repertoire.
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by:
Eric Gratz
American virtuoso violinist Eric Gratz walks us through Eugene Ysaÿe’s Sonata no. 3 for solo violin, “Ballade.” Highlighting the composer’s extraordinary vision for the piece, Gratz provides a thorough guide through this myriad of textures and tones. As he demonstrates in this lesson, despite the pyrotechnics required of the violinist here, there are always idiomatic solutions to Ysaÿe’s writing.
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