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Ilya Gringolts is a Russian violinist born in 1982 in St. Petersburg. He won the Premio Paganini in Genoa in 1998 at age 16 and later studied at the Juilliard School. He has performed with international orchestras and at festivals and also works as a conductor.
He teaches at the Zurich University of the Arts.
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What major violin competition did Ilya Gringolts win?
Ilya Gringolts achieved international fame by winning the Premio Paganini competition in Genoa, Italy, in 1998. He was only 16 years old at the time.
What instruments does Ilya Gringolts perform on?
Gringolts is known for performing on highly prized vintage instruments, including violins made by Stradivarius. He also plays the viola and frequently champions contemporary repertoire.
Where did Ilya Gringolts study music?
He studied at the Central Music School in St. Petersburg, Russia. He later attended the Royal Academy of Music in London.
Is Ilya Gringolts active as a conductor?
Yes, in addition to his career as a violin virtuoso, Gringolts has actively developed a parallel career as a conductor. He has led various orchestras in Europe from the podium.
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