Joshua Bell
American violinist and conductor
Born
December 9th, 1967
57 years ago
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
United States
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Born in 1967, a prominent violinist and conductor has performed with many leading orchestras and ensembles worldwide. A graduate of the Indiana University Jacobs School of Music, began his career performing in prestigious venues and has received numerous accolades for exceptional talent. This musician's recording career includes collaborations with significant artists and contributions to film scores. Regularly plays with the Academy of St. Martin in the Fields and has released over 40 albums across various genres, gaining recognition in both classical music and crossover projects.
Performed with the Academy of St. Martin in the Fields
Released over 40 albums
Received multiple Grammy Awards
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