Michael Rabin, a violinist, began making music at age three, made his public debut at eleven, and launched his international career at fourteen with a concert at Carnegie Hall.
Performer Biography
Michael Rabin died at the age of 35 due to a fall, following a period of mental health issues, with his tragic death seen by some as a result of immense pressure on young talents.
Performer Biography
Michael Rabin, a violinist, was acclaimed in America in a manner previously reserved for Jascha Heifetz and Mischa Elman, two other renowned violinists.
Recording & Production
Michael Rabin refused to enter a recording studio after 1959, making his existing studio and live recordings particularly noteworthy.
Performer Biography
Michael Rabin's father played violin with the New York Philharmonic, and his mother was a pianist.
Composer Biography
Paul Creston, an American composer, dedicated his Second Violin Concerto to Michael Rabin, which Rabin considered a great honor.
Notable Performances
The premiere of Paul Creston's Second Violin Concerto, dedicated to Michael Rabin, took place on November 17, 1960, in Los Angeles, conducted by Georg Solti.
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