Who are some of the best violinists in classical music both past and present?

Friday, February 3, 2023

Personal preference here but here are my top ten violinists both past and present:

Past...

Jascha Heifetz (1901-1987)
Heifetz was a Russian-American violinist who is widely considered one of the greatest violinists of the 20th century. He was known for his technical mastery, tone, and musicianship. He made many recordings and performed all over the world.

Fritz Kreisler (1875-1962)
Kreisler was an Austrian-born violinist who was one of the most famous virtuosi of his time. He was known for his beautiful tone, lyrical playing, and charming personality. He was also a composer and wrote many pieces for the violin.

Yehudi Menuhin (1916-1999)
Menuhin was an American-born violinist who was widely regarded as one of the greatest violinists of the 20th century. He was known for his musicianship, technical mastery, and interpretation of the classical repertoire. He was also a conductor and a champion of new music.

Nathan Milstein (1904-1992)
Milstein was a Russian-born violinist who was known for his virtuosity, musicality, and interpretations of the classical repertoire. He was one of the most famous violinists of his time and made many recordings.

Pablo de Sarasate (1844-1908)
Sarasate was a Spanish violinist who was one of the greatest virtuosi of his time. He was known for his technical mastery, musicality, and performance style. He was also a composer and wrote many pieces for the violin.

Present...

Itzhak Perlman
Perlman is an Israeli-American violinist who is widely regarded as one of the greatest violinists of our time. He is known for his technical mastery, tone, and interpretation of the classical repertoire. He has made many recordings and performed all over the world.

Anne-Sophie Mutter
Mutter is a German violinist who is known for her technical mastery, musicality, and interpretation of the classical repertoire. She is one of the most famous violinists of our time and has made many recordings.

Midori
Midori is a Japanese-American violinist who is known for her technical mastery, musicality, and interpretation of the classical repertoire. She is one of the most famous violinists of our time and has performed all over the world.

Joshua Bell
Bell is an American violinist who is known for his technical mastery, tone, and interpretation of the classical repertoire. He is one of the most famous violinists of our time and has made many recordings.

Gil Shaham
Shaham is an Israeli-American violinist who is known for his technical mastery, tone, and interpretation of the classical repertoire. He is one of the most famous violinists of our time and has performed all over the world.