A string musician who performs solo, chamber, and orchestral music on the violin.
What violinists do
Violinists perform repertoire from baroque to contemporary in orchestras, chamber groups, solo recitals, opera pits, and recording studios. Many also teach, judge competitions, and lead community education programs.
Training path
Serious players begin formal study by age six or seven, audition for performing-arts high schools, and earn conservatory bachelor’s and master’s degrees at institutions such as Juilliard, Curtis, the New England Conservatory, or major university schools of music.
Work setting
A handful win orchestral chairs through fiercely competitive audition. Most piece together freelance orchestra subbing, chamber tours, recording sessions, weddings, and teaching at colleges or private studios.
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