Taught by renowned violinist
Randall Goosby
In this comprehensive course, rising violin star Randall Goosby takes a deep dive into Erich Korngold’s iconic Violin Concerto. Across four detailed videos, Goosby breaks down the technical and interpretive challenges of each movement, offering invaluable insights on fingerings, bowings, and phrasing. From the soaring melodies of the first movement to the intimate lyricism of the Romanze and the fiery technical demands of the Finale, Goosby provides a masterclass in expressive performance and orchestral collaboration. Demonstrating key passages along the way, Goosby shares his personal approach to unlocking the full emotional depth of this beloved work, giving violinists a roadmap to mastering one of the 20th century’s most cherished concertos.
Introduction
In this introductory video, rising virtuoso Randall Goosby sets the stage for an in-depth exploration of Erich Korngold’s Violin Concerto. He discusses the historical context and cinematic qualities that make this concerto a beloved masterpiece. To bring his insights to life, Goosby demonstrates some of the iconic melodies, giving viewers a taste of the lush, expressive lines that characterize the work.
I. Moderato nobile
In the first movement of Korngold’s Violin Concerto, Randall Goosby delves into the rich, lyrical lines and soaring melodies that define the movement’s dramatic character. He walks you through the technical challenges, from precise fingerings to fluid bowings, and discusses his approach to achieving expressive phrasing while maintaining the movement's grandeur. Goosby also shares his thoughts on navigating the complex relationship between the solo violin and the orchestra, ensuring balance and clarity in performance.
II. Romanze
In this video, Goosby focuses on the lush, romantic second movement, Romanze, where the violin takes on a deeply lyrical and intimate voice. He provides detailed insights into his phrasing choices, vibrato, and tonal color to evoke the movement’s emotional depth. With a focus on bow control and expressive timing, Goosby discusses how to bring out the tenderness and warmth of the music while facing the technical demands of the piece.
II. Romanze
In this video, Goosby focuses on the lush, romantic second movement, Romanze, where the violin takes on a deeply lyrical and intimate voice. He provides detailed insights into his phrasing choices, vibrato, and tonal color to evoke the movement’s emotional depth. With a focus on bow control and expressive timing, Goosby discusses how to bring out the tenderness and warmth of the music while facing the technical demands of the piece.
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Unlock Course →Randall Goosby is an American concert violinist. He is the recipient of the 2022 Avery Fisher Career Grant and was the first prize winner of the Young Concert Artists International Auditions in 2018.
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