Lionel Tertis, a renowned virtuoso violist (1876-1975), was dedicated to promoting the viola as a solo instrument and premiered three of the works on this album.
Recording & Production
This recording was funded in part by a grant from the Interdisciplinary Humanities Center at the University of California, Santa Barbara, and with financial support from the Herbert Howells Society.
Performer Biography
Helen Callus, the violist on this album, is hailed as 'one of the world's greatest violists' by the American Record Guide.
Performer Biography
Helen Callus, the violist on this album, served as the first female president of the American Viola Society.
Critical Reception
William Walton's Viola Concerto was initially rejected by its dedicatee, Lionel Tertis, but Tertis realized his error after attending the premiere and subsequently performed it many times.
Performer Biography
Helen Callus, the violist on this album, has released seven award-winning recordings that have received high critical acclaim.
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