Schubert: Sinfonia n. 8 (incompiuta, D759) andante con moto

[zindler]

Did anyone notice the extra violin on a stand just behind the concert master? What is the idea behind that?? Was there a piece with a scordatura violin solo on the program or something?

[mooriable]

@zindler If I recall correctly, that is used in case of emergency. i.e. if any violinist breaks one or more of his/her strings. You'll see an extra violin in the clips from New Year's Concerts also.