Joshua Bell

Joshua Bell

57 · Born: Dec 9, 1967

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BornDec 9, 1967 Bloomington, Indiana, USA

Biography

Joshua Bell, a renowned violinist, was born in Bloomington, Indiana in the year 1967. His musical journey began at the tender age of four, when he first started playing the violin. However, his childhood was not solely focused on music. He was a multi-faceted individual with diverse interests, which included video games, computers, cars, and sports.

In 1978, Bell's athletic prowess earned him the title of national tennis champion. Yet, his passion for music continued to grow, and at the age of 11, he attended the prestigious Meadowmount music camp. This marked a significant turning point in his life, as he began to dedicate more time to the violin. He went on to study with the renowned violinist and pedagogue, Josef Gingold, at Indiana University.

By the time Bell was 14, he had already begun to perform with some of the world's leading orchestras. In 1981, he made his professional debut, and by 1989, he had graduated from Indiana University. Shortly after, he relocated to New York City, where he continues to maintain a demanding schedule of performances, tours, and recordings.

Bell's repertoire is incredibly diverse, and he has performed and recorded a wide range of music, including classical, contemporary, bluegrass, Gershwin, and Bernstein. He is particularly known for playing the 1713 Stradivarius, affectionately referred to as 'The Gibson'. Throughout his illustrious career, Bell has consistently pushed the boundaries of his craft, earning him widespread recognition and acclaim as one of the world's most talented and versatile violinists.

Career

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1998
The Red Violin
The Red Violin as Violinist (Oxford) (uncredited)
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2015
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2012
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2010
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1999