Yehudi Menuhin, hailed as the greatest violinist of the 20th century, was a child prodigy whose personal life remained enigmatic. Constantly on the move, he traversed continents and cultures, holding the longest contract in the history of the music industry with EMI. Menuhin believed that music transcended the confines of concert halls, possessing the power to transform lives, and thus should be accessible to all. A fervent idealist, he dedicated himself to humanitarian causes he was passionate about. This film, marking the centenary of his birth, features recollections from family and close friends about his remarkable musical journey, which saw him embrace jazz and Indian ragas alongside the works of Bach, Beethoven, and Bartok. Rare home movies offer an intimate glimpse into his life, from his Californian childhood to encounters with gypsies in Romania and travels to India and beyond.
Yehudi Menuhin: Who Was Yehudi?
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Duration:59min
Views:294
Release:2016
Release Date:2016-04-24
Genre:Documentary, Music, TV Movie
Director:James Maycock
Actors:Anoushka Shankar, Christopher Hope, Clemency Burton-Hill, Daniel Hope, Gordon Back, Krov Menuhin, Tasmin Little, Zamira Benthall
Country:United Kingdom
Company:1212 Productions
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