Alfredo Campoli

This revered violinist was remarkable for the exquisite tone he drew from his Stradivarius (the Dragonetti, dated 1700), as well as his comprehensive musicianship. His interests embraced works from the Classical period through compositions written by the composers of his own time. His collaborations with the best conductors were always of a special order: two great artists meeting for the full realization of works they both valued. Campoli was born to a father who taught violin at Rome's Accademia Santa Cecilia and a mother who had retired from a career of concert and operatic...