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Aaron Rosand carries by Raymond Rosand Rosand, one of the century's most highly regarded violinists, is my brother. He recently celebrated his seventy-third birthday, and his artistry seems only to increase with age. Last year he recorded the popular Beethoven Violin Concerto in Monte Carlo. Nearly every violinist has recorded this work, but critic Robert Maxham wrote in Fanfare that Aaron's "---is the very best". Aaron Rosand could record anywhere in the world, so why did he choose Malaysia for his latest disc? First, the musicianship in Asia is first-class, and Asia is coming to play an ever more important role in classical music. Second, Aaron has a particular affinity for that part of the world. Aaron's love affair with Asia began shortly after VJ Day. I recall a day in the Spring of 1946, following World War ll, when Aaron came home to Chicago, still in uniform. He had just completed a USO tour of the Philippines, Japan and Korea. The war with Japan had recently ended and Aaron was eager to build bridges of peace the only way he knew how, with his violin. He was fascinated by Asia. It was obvious to me that Asia would become a major portion of Aaron's life. He now shares it with his beautiful wife Monica Woo, who was born in Hong Kong.
Following the recording sessions in Kuala Lumpur, Aaron was off to Scotland. In October 2000, he will be returning to Taipeii, Hong Kong and Beijing for concert appearances. |
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