Ahead of an upcoming performance with the London Philharmonic Orchestra, violinist Christian Tetzlaff spoke to Davina about performing Bartok’s Violin Concerto no.2. When did he first encounter it? What are his favourite moments? How does he get through the monumental work in one piece?

Christian will be performing the Bartok on 30 September with the London Philharmonic Orchestra and Edward Gardner.

Check out thestrad.com for the latest news, articles and reviews on all things to do with string playing. Register and subscribe to access exclusive archival content from 2010 onwards.

Student discount! Get 50% off an online subscription! Check it out here: https://bit.ly/3eQ75AB 

Find us on social media:

Facebook.com/thestrad

Twitter: @TheStradMag

Instagram: @the_strad_

I: Allegro non troppo

III: Allegro molto

Bartok – Violin Concerto no.2 Sz.112

Christian Tetzlaff, violin / Finnish Radio Symphony Orchestra / Hannu Lintu

Ondine

Photo credit: Giorgia Bertazzi