The Real Struggles of Violas in the Orchestra

ali on Instagram: "🎻 Hilary Hahn - Sibelius Violin Concerto in D minor, Op. 47 (1996) ————————————————————— Hilary Hahn’s 1996 performance of the Sibelius Concerto, recorded when she was still in her teens, remains one of the most striking interpretations of the piece. What’s remarkable isn’t just her technical mastery — flawless intonation, crystalline tone, and poise far beyond her years — but the emotional restraint and intelligence she brings to the music. Rather than leaning into overt dra