This recording of Paganini's 24 Caprices by Ossy Renardy, though featuring piano accompaniments, is noted for inspiring other violinists to perform the complete works.
Performer Biography
Ossy Renardy, born Oskar Reiss, was initially self-taught on the violin, practicing five to six hours a day for eight years without a formal teacher.
Performer Biography
Ossy Renardy enlisted in the U.S. Army musical section during World War II, giving approximately 490 concerts in uniform, some with jazz orchestras.
Performer Biography
Ossy Renardy's stage name was suggested by the manager of a variety show in Merano, Italy, where he performed alongside jugglers and trick cyclists.
Performer Biography
Ossy Renardy made his New York debut at Town Hall in 1938, billed as a 16-year-old, and was praised by The New York Times for his "truly impressive talent."
Performer Biography
Ossy Renardy's career was tragically cut short in 1953 when he was killed instantly in a car accident near Santa Fe, New Mexico, while on his way to a recital.
Instruments
For his wedding, Ossy Renardy received a 1743 Guarneri del Gesù violin as a gift from his wife, which had previously belonged to Paganini.
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