David Oistrakh
David Oistrakh · Arts & Literature
Soviet violinist for whom Shostakovich and Prokofiev wrote concertos
1908, Odessa, Russian Empire (now Ukraine) — 1974, Amsterdam, Netherlands
Soviet Union
David Oistrakh is recognized among Jewish contributors to Arts & Literature — Soviet violinist for whom Shostakovich and Prokofiev wrote concertos
Oistrakh was one of the greatest violinists of the 20th century, celebrated for his warm tone and command of the repertoire; Shostakovich and Prokofiev dedicated concertos to him. He was born to a Jewish family in Odessa.
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Soviet violinist for whom Shostakovich and Prokofiev wrote concertos
Source: Jinfo.org — Jews in Music
