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And now I can imitate birds...but not sick birds!'

Maxim Vengerov gives a masterclass on Ravel's Tzigane, including advice on taking time to explore the whole fingerboard, and a humorous impression of birds as represented in the work.

The full 50-minute video is available to buy as a download or DVD through the Masterclass Media Foundation.

Watch Vengerov's impression of playing the violin like Mozart.

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