Violinist Archive

Joshua Bell as Soloist and Conductor — NYC, 3/21

Events New York March 17, 2016 0

Joshua Bell succeeded Meville Marriner as conductor of the Orchestra of St. Martin in the Fields. This group will present what promises to be a wonderful performance in New York this month. Here are the …

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Nikolaj Znaider is Amazing…

Artists Composers March 12, 2016 0

This afternoon I listened to a recording by violinist Nikolaj Znaider, and I was totally delighted with his performance of the Beethoven Violin Concerto. Later I learned from my DVD booklet that he was born …

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Kavakos Plays Sibelius — NYC, March 16,17,18

Events New York March 6, 2016 0

Venue: Carnegie Hall David Geffen Stage Dates/Times: Thursday, March 17, 2016 at 7:30 PM Friday, March 18, 2016, at 8:00 PM Saturday, March 19, 2016, at 8:00 pM Ticket prices: $29-118 When it is played …

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Violinist Nigel Kennedy Berlin Concert — March 9

Berlin/Vienna Events March 6, 2016 0

Venue: Philharmonie, Berlin; Grosser Saal (Large Hall) Date: Wednesday, March 09 2016, 8:00 PM Program: Vivaldi, Antonio: The Four Seasons, op. 8 Notes: Nigel Kennedy (violin) will perform music by Antonio Vivaldi and some of …

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Happy Birthday, Jascha….

Artists February 2, 2016 0

Jascha Heifetz was born on February 2, 1901. There is no doubt that he was one of the major musicians of the past 100 years. Having said that, music interpretation is always a matter of …

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