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Czech violinist Pavel Šporcl experienced a mishap while performing the Mendelssohn concerto with the Mlada Boleslav Chamber Orchestra. The conductor’s baton inadvertently struck Šporcl’s prized blue violin, causing it to slip from his hands.
In a quick reaction, Šporcl used his leg to prevent the violin from hitting the floor. He then picked up the instrument and continued playing, much to the conductor’s evident relief.
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Šporcl is currently in Jerusalem, stepping in for Victoria Mullova to perform the Beethoven concerto with his signature blue violin, crafted by Prague luthier Jan Spidlen.
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