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Grigoras DinicuRomanian gypsy composer and virtuoso violinist
Date of Birth: 03.04.1889
Country:  Romania |
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Early Life and Education
Grigoraș Dinicu was born in Bucharest, Romania. He enrolled at the Bucharest Conservatory, where he studied violin under D. Kiriac. However, his most influential teacher was Carl Flesch, under whom he studied from 1902.
Career
After graduating from the conservatory, Dinicu performed with the Orchestra of the Ministry of Public Instruction and appeared frequently as a soloist. He led the popular music concerts from 1906 to 1946.
Dinicu also toured internationally as a soloist and conductor of his own ensemble, which he founded in 1906. He performed in England (1928), France (1929, 1937), and the United States (1939).
While primarily known for his light music, Dinicu also performed classical repertoire as a soloist and concertmaster of the Pro-Arte Conservatory Orchestra under George Coca.
Musical Contributions
Dinicu composed numerous musical works, primarily for violin and piano. His renowned "Hora Staccato" was later arranged for various instruments, including violin with orchestra, trumpet and piano, and an orchestral version by Pancho Vladigerov. Other notable compositions include "Hora Spiccato," "Hora de Concert," "Hora Mărțișorului," "Hora de la Chișorani," "Hora Expoziției de la Paris," "Improvisation à la Dinicu," "Orientale a-la tzigane," and "Sârba lui Tanți."
Honors and Recognition
Dinicu became involved in the political movement of Romanian Roma in the 1930s and was named the honorary president of the United Union of Romanian Roma. Renowned violinist Jascha Heifetz declared Dinicu as the greatest violinist he had ever heard.
Legacy
Grigoraș Dinicu passed away in Bucharest. His musical compositions continue to be widely performed and enjoyed, showcasing his exceptional talent as a violinist and composer.
