Jascha Heifetz
About Jascha Heifetz
- Biography
- Fast Facts
Born on February 2, 1901, Jascha Heifetz was a Russian musician and violinist. A virtuoso since childhood, his career spanned decades, ranging from performing to teaching. Heifetz passed away in 1987.
1 of the greatest violinists of all time
12 years old when he performed the Mendelssohn violin concerto
5 years old when he began lessons with Leopold Auer
25,000 people watched him play in St. Petersburg in 1911
7 years old when he made his public performing debut
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