Isaac Stern's 1979 trip to China led to a resurgence of classical music in that country, documented in the film From Mao to Mozart.
Performer Biography
Isaac Stern, the violinist on this album, was recognized as a major new talent at his 1937 debut recital in New York's Town Hall.
Performer Biography
Isaac Stern was the first American artist to tour the former Soviet Union and played on the soundtracks for films like Humoresque and Fiddler on the Roof.
Performer Biography
Isaac Stern was a chamber musician, promoter of young talent, and defender of classical music, notably leading the movement to save Carnegie Hall.
Performer Biography
Isaac Stern was a prolific recording artist, earning 7 Grammy Awards and 29 nominations throughout his career.
Performer Biography
Isaac Stern, born in Krzemieniec (now Kremenets in Ukraine), began violin lessons at eight and made his debut two years later playing the Bach double violin concerto with his teacher Naoum Blinder.
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