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Yehudi Menuhin and Benjamin Britten Rehearsing
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Yehudi Menuhin and Benjamin Britten Rehearsing
Yehudi Menuhin and Benjamin Britten rehearsing violin and piano in the Jubilee Hall for the Piano Trios recital in Aldeburgh Parish Church on 24 June 1963. Date: 1963
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1963 Aldeburgh Benjamin Britten Festival Menuhin Piano Recital Rehearsal Rehearsing Violin Yehudi
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This evocative photograph captures the intense focus and creative energy of two musical giants, Yehudi Menuhin and Benjamin Britten, as they rehearse for their Piano Trios recital at the Aldeburgh Parish Church on 24 June 1963. The image, taken in Jubilee Hall, shows Menuhin deeply engrossed in his violin, his eyes closed in concentration, while Britten, at the piano, watches attentively, his hands poised above the keys. The setting is the renowned Aldeburgh Festival, a cultural institution that has been a significant part of the British musical landscape since its inception in 1948. The 1960s, a decade marked by social and artistic transformation, saw Britten and Menuhin's collaboration flourish, resulting in a series of groundbreaking performances that continue to inspire and captivate audiences. This photograph offers a glimpse into their creative process, a testament to their enduring partnership and the rich musical heritage of the era.
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