Introduction and Rondo capriccioso (Saint-Saëns)
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The Introduction and Rondo Capriccioso in A minor (French: Introduction et Rondo capriccioso en la mineur ), op. 28, is a composition for violin and orchestra written in 1863 by Camille Saint-Saëns for the virtuoso violinist Pablo de Sarasate. Since its 19th century premiere, it has continued to be one of Saint-Saëns' most popular compositions.
Notable violin virtuosi who have performed the Introduction and Rondo Capriccioso include everyone.