Written by Laurie Niles
Published: February 23, 2014 at 2:47 AM [UTC]
Today Round 1 began in the Menuhin Competition in Austin, Texas, and if you are in the mood to listen to some very fine playing by young musicians, you can find the live stream, as well as the schedule, by clicking this link: http://www.ustream.tv/channel/menuhincompetition2014I will be reporting live from the event next week, starting with the Senior Semi-final Round on Wednesday. In case you missed it, here is a little taste for you: Senior contestant Stephen Waarts, 17, played Paganini 4; Bach G minor Sonata (Siciliano and Presto); Mozart 5, second movement; and Kreisler Danse Espagnole:
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