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Limited 11 disc (nine CDs + two DVDs) set. InchAn independent spirit, a gracious, generous woman who was also deserving of a place among the great pianists of the 20th century.Inch Hephzibah Menuhin is summed up in those word by Bruno Monsaingeon, who was close to both her and her dazzlingly famous violinist brother, Yehudi. The distinguished French filmmaker has curated this set, spanning the years from 1933 to 1980, the year before Hephzibah Menuhin's death at the age of 60. Containing a substantial proportion of world premiere releases - live performances and TV interviews - Hephzibah Menuhin Homage documents the pianist in her familiar role as her brother's duo partner and sheds new light on her prowess as a recitalist and concerto soloist. It also provides fascinating insights into her life, her relationship with Yehudi and her humanitarian beliefs and activities. Album Tracks 1. CD1- Speech By Hephzibah Menuhin Interviewed By Henri Jaton for Radio Télévision Suisse 2. Violin Sonata No. 35 in a Major, K. 526 I. Molto Allegro 3. Violin Sonata No. 35 in a Major, K. 526 II. Andante 4. Violin Sonata No. 35 in a Major, K. 526 III. Presto 5. Violin Sonata No. 24 in F Major, K. 376 I. Allegro 6. Violin Sonata No. 24 in F Major, K. 376 II. Andante 7. Violin Sonata No. 24 in F Major, K. 376 III. Rondo - Allegro Grazioso 8. Piano Concerto No. 12 in a Major, K. 414 I. Allegro 9. Piano Concerto No. 12 in a Major, K. 414 II. Andante 10. Piano Concerto No. 12 in a Major, K. 414 III. Rondo Allegretto 1. CD2- Piano Concerto No. 14 in E-Flat Major, K. 449 I. Allegro Vivace 2. Piano Concerto No. 14 in E-Flat Major, K. 449 II. Andantino 3. Piano Concerto No. 14 in E-Flat Major, K. 449 III. Allegro Ma Non Troppo 4. Piano Concerto No. 19 in F Major, K. 459 I. Allegro 5. Piano Concerto No. 19 in F Major, K. 459 II. Allegretto 6. Piano