Análisis comparativo entre las versiones editoriales de David Oistrakh y Émile Sauret del Concierto para violín y orquesta no. 3 en si menor Op. 61 de Camille Saint-Saëns

Abstract

This paper presents a comparative analysis of David Oistrakh’s and Émile Sauret’s editions of Camille Saint-Saëns’ Violin Concerto no. 3 in b minor Op. 61. The main goal is to examine and evaluate the significant differences between both versions, offering a detailed insight into the technical, stylistic and aesthetic aspects that influence the interpretation of this iconic work from the violin repertoire. To conduct this research, a comparative editorial analysis of the concerto’s three movements was carried out, identifying the melodic, rhythmic, and harmonic characteristics that define each section. Oistrakh and Sauret’s interpretative decisions were considered, analyzing how each violinist brings out their unique understanding of Saint-Saëns’ compositional style and historical context. The study reveals how differences between editions can profoundly impact artistic expression and the overall understanding of the score. Through the technical and stylistic analysis of Oistrakh’s and Sauret’s editions this paper aims not only to identify the differences between both versions but also to offer valuable insights that can enrich the interpretative practice of musicians and scholars. The investigative and comparative process reveals that editorial decisions and interpretative preferences of each violinst reflect their own artistic conceptions, and that both versions provide unique perspectives that performers can use to develop an informed and meaningful interpretation of Saint-Saëns’ work. This comparative analysis contributes to the fields of musicology and musical interpretation