#TBT to 1989, when the young violinist Nigel Kennedy catapulted himself – and Vivaldi – into mainstream stardom with a fresh perspective on The Four Seasons, recorded with the musicians of the English Chamber Orchestra 🎻 Dive into the original concert film from the archives, now available on YouTube: https://youtu.be/Pc0rt2wi2ng #ThrowbackThursday | Warner Classics & Erato

[NEW] Revisit the iconic moment where British violinist Nigel Kennedy transformed the classical music landscape with his bold and flamboyant interpretation of Vivaldi’s Four Seasons in 1989. Thanks to his irreverent personality and innovative approach, he attracted a new audience and introduced them to this repertoire. Watch the full documentary available in full on medici.tv. https://bit.ly/3Vk1tmS | medici.tv

Happy 62nd Birthday to Nigel! Today we are looking at the evolution of Nigel Kennedy albums from his first EMI recording of the Elgar Violin Concerto up to his latest album Kennedy Meets Gershwin. What's your favourite album? Listen here to some of his greatest recordings: https://meet.lnk.to/kennedyFA | Nigel Kennedy