Arnold Rosé

Arnold Josef Rosé (born Rosenblum; 24 October 1863 – 25 August 1946) was a Romanian-born Austrian Jewish violinist. He was leader of the Vienna Philharmonic for over half a century. He worked closely with Johannes Brahms and Gustav Mahler. Mahler was his brother-in-law. Although not known internationally as a soloist he was a great orchestral leader (concertmaster) and player of chamber music. He was leading the Rosé Quartet for several decades.

Arnold Rosé
Engraving of Rosé by Ferdinand Schmutzer, 1922
Born
Arnold Josef Rosenblum

October 24, 1863
DiedAugust 25, 1946(1946-08-25) (aged 82)
London, United Kingdom
EducationUniversity of Music and Performing Arts Vienna
OccupationViolinist
Years active1879-1945
SpouseJustine Mahler (m. 1902-1938)
Children2, including Alfred and Alma
FamilyGustav Mahler (brother in-law)
Alma Mahler (sister in-law)