Daniel Weinzeig
He is the son of Canadian composer John Weinzeig, who won a medal in the Olympic art competition.
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Aug 13, 2024 • 10min
The last ever Olympic art competition
Daniel Weinzeig, son of Canadian composer John Weinzeig, shares the fascinating story of the Olympic art competition that ran from 1912 to 1948. He discusses his father’s silver medal win for 'Divertimento for Flute and Strings' and the intriguing history behind the competition's discontinuation. The conversation highlights the overlooked artistic legacy of the Olympics, the cultural impact of merging art and sports, and advocates for a revival of this creative tradition in future Games.
