Nadja Salerno-Sonnenberg

Violinist and educator acclaimed for performances

Nadja Salerno-Sonnenberg - Violinist and educator acclaimed for performances
Born

January 10th, 1961
64 years ago

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

United States

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An Italian-American violinist, author, and educator, contributions to classical music include performances with prominent orchestras and solo recitals. Acclaimed for passionate interpretations, played with major orchestras such as the New York Philharmonic and the Philadelphia Orchestra. Served as a professor at various institutions, sharing expertise with aspiring musicians. Published writings explore the intersection of music and personal experience.

Won the Naumburg International Violin Award

Performed with the New York Philharmonic

Collaborated with the Philadelphia Orchestra

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