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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