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      Bruch & Mendelssohn Violin Concertos

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      Corelli: 12 Violin Sonatas, Op 5

      Bridge Records 9371 (2 CDs)

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      Naxos 8.572550

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      Sony Classical 88691919442

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      Bridge Records 9355

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