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The Korngold Violin Concerto is a cornerstone of the late-Romantic repertoire, known for its cinematic color and lush orchestration drawn from Erich Wolfgang Korngold's acclaimed film scores. Premiered on February 15, 1947, with Jascha Heifetz leading the St. Louis Symphony Orchestra under Vladimir Golschmann, this concerto remains a favorite for concert halls and recording studios alike. It blends noble somber warmth with sparkling virtuosity, creating a performance that typically runs about 25 minutes across four movements: Moderato nobile; Romance (Andante); Allegro assai vivace.