EPISODE · Nov 20, 2024 · 42 MIN
Edward Walton: Notes from a young virtuoso
from In Conversation · host 2MBS Fine Music Sydney
A young violinist who undoubtedly represents the future of classical music , Edward Walton won his first international competition in Italy at the age of just 13. He has appeared with orchestras and performed recitals across the globe. Now aged just 18, he was described by The Violin Channel as having “maturity and understanding far beyond his age”. Born in Australia, he took up opportunities in the UK a couple of years ago, and is currently based in Vienna to further develop his career. He has studied with some greats of the violin, most notably Itzhak Perlman. Edward modestly talks about his talents and early development as he embarks on what is already becoming a stellar performing career. Edward Walton performs Brahms's Violin Concerto in D with the Willoughby Symphony Orchestra under chief conductor Dr Nicholas Milton on 23-24 November.
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A young violinist who undoubtedly represents the future of classical music , Edward Walton won his first international competition in Italy at the age of just 13. He has appeared with orchestras and performed recitals across the globe. Now aged just 18, he was described by The Violin Channel as having “maturity and understanding far beyond his age”. Born in Australia, he took up opportunities in the UK a couple of years ago, and is currently based in Vienna to further develop his career. He has studied with some greats of the violin, most notably Itzhak Perlman. Edward modestly talks about his talents and early development as he embarks on what is already becoming a stellar performing career. Edward Walton performs Brahms's Violin Concerto in D with the Willoughby Symphony Orchestra under chief conductor Dr Nicholas Milton on 23-24 November.
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