Artist description American virtuoso violinist Joseph Gold, a specialist in the music of Sarasate and Paganini and a graduate of the University of Southern California where he studied under the legendary Jascha Heifetz.

Music Style Classical

Musical Influences Jascha Heifetz, Pablo de Sarasate, Paganini

Artist History Mr. Gold, who makes his home in San Francisco, is an enthusiastic proponent of the "romantic revival" of Nineteenth Century violin music. He is an ardent author and lecturer on his two favorite virtuoso composer-performers, Paganini and Sarasate. Mr. Gold's numerous publications include his book, Paganini's Art of Violin Playing, as well as many transcriptions and original compositions. Mr. Gold's in-depth research into the life and work of Pablo de Sarasate has lead to the discovery of unpublished manuscripts.

Group Members Joseph Gold

Instruments violin

Albums Joseph Gold in Concert

Press Reviews "A giant on earth..." - Herb Caen, The San Francisco Chronicle ~~~"One word describes him best: virtuoso !"- Los Angeles Daily News" ~~~ Passionate Enthusiasm" - The Strad ~~~ "A superb violinist..."- East-West Magazine, San Francisco ~~~ "Sweet sound, virtuoso pizzazz . . . an inspiration."- San Francisco Examiner ~~~ "...a violinist of high accomplishment and exceptional individuality" - Henry Roth, music critic

Location San Francisco, CA - USA

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