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Shlomo Mintz is an Israeli violinist, violist, and conductor, born in Moscow in 1957 and raised in Israel. He came to international attention at age eleven after appearing as soloist with the Israel Philharmonic Orchestra, and later studied with Dorothy DeLay at the Juilliard School in New York. Mintz has recorded major concerto repertoire for labels including Deutsche Grammophon and RCA, and has served on the jury of numerous international violin competitions.
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How did Shlomo Mintz get his start as a violinist?
Shlomo Mintz came to international attention at age eleven when he appeared as soloist with the Israel Philharmonic Orchestra. This early debut launched a career that would take him to major concert stages worldwide.
Who did Shlomo Mintz study violin with?
Mintz later studied with Dorothy DeLay at the Juilliard School in New York. DeLay was one of the most influential violin pedagogues of the twentieth century, having taught numerous prominent soloists.
Where and when was Shlomo Mintz born?
Shlomo Mintz was born in Moscow in 1957 and raised in Israel. His family emigrated to Israel when he was very young, and his musical training developed primarily there before he continued studies in the United States.
Does Shlomo Mintz also conduct?
Yes, in addition to his career as a violinist and violist, Mintz has built a substantial conducting career. He has led orchestras in both symphonic and operatic repertoire, frequently working with Israeli and European ensembles.
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