Yehudi Menuhin and Mstislav Rostropovich were named co-winners of the Spanish equivalent of the Nobel prize Friday for the "universality" of their music and their contribution to freedom.
The jury of the Prince of Asturias Concord Prize lauded Menuhin, the violinist, and Rostropovich, the cellist, for "contributing with their music to the harmony and concord of the world."The award, one of eight Prince of Asturias prizes presented annually, includes $35,000 and a sculpture by Spanish artist Joan Miro. They are presented by the heir to the Spanish throne, Prince Felipe of Asturias.
Former winners of the Concord Prize, awarded for contributions to international understanding and cooperation, include King Hussein of Jordan, Spanish former Prime Minister Adolfo Suarez and the American Foundation for AIDS Research.
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