Years after its composition, Miklós Rózsa's Violin Concerto became the basis for themes in the 1970 film 'The Private Life of Sherlock Holmes', directed by Billy Wilder.
Composer Biography
Miklós Rózsa, the composer, was born in Hungary but trained at the Leipzig Conservatory, which influenced his music with both romanticism and classicism.
Recording & Production
This album was recorded in Studio 5, Russian State Television and Radio Company KULTURA, between March 10-14, 2007.
Composition History
The Violin Concerto, Op. 24, was the first major concert work Miklós Rózsa composed during his summer breaks from MGM.
Composition History
Miklós Rózsa wrote the Violin Concerto, Op. 24, in just six weeks after being inspired to complete the entire work while composing its first movement.
Composer Biography
Miklós Rózsa established himself as a sought-after film composer in Hollywood, and his 1952 contract with MGM included an unprecedented clause for three months off each summer for concert work.
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