Rachel Barton Pine
Violinist and educator, Classical music
Born
October 11th, 1974
50 years ago
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
United States
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An accomplished American violinist and educator, performed with leading orchestras and participated in festivals worldwide. Engaged in a wide range of styles, including classical and contemporary music. Founded a nonprofit organization to support music education and provide resources for young musicians. Involved in various recording projects and contributed to the revival of lesser-known violin works.
Performed with the Chicago Symphony Orchestra
Released multiple acclaimed recordings
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