Quotes by Itzhak Perlman

“ The most important thing to do is really listen. “

-Itzhak Perlman-

The most important thing to do is really listen.

Sometimes it is the artist's task to find out how much music you can still make with what you have left.

One must always practice slowly. If you learn something slowly, you forget it slowly.

In difficult times, people just like to hear music. They like to be moved by what they hear. And music speaks different languages.

Teaching is really very, very important. I always tell my students that you should find an opportunity to teach. When you teach others, you teach yourself.

This has been my vocation to make music of what remains.

Introducing Itzhak Perlman

Itzhak Perlman, born on August 31, 1945, in Tel Aviv, Israel, is a distinguished Israeli-American violinist renowned for his exceptional virtuosity and profound musical interpretations. Perlman's early musical education took place at the Academy of Music in Tel Aviv. At the age of four, he contracted polio, which resulted in the loss of use of his legs; however, he continued to pursue his passion for the violin. In 1958, he gained national recognition in the United States with an appearance on "The Ed Sullivan Show." He subsequently studied at the Juilliard School under the tutelage of Ivan Galamian and Dorothy DeLay.

Perlman's illustrious career includes performances with major orchestras worldwide and at significant events such as a state dinner for Queen Elizabeth II at the White House in 2007 and the inauguration of President Barack Obama in 2009. Beyond his performances, he has conducted esteemed ensembles like the Detroit Symphony Orchestra and the Philadelphia Orchestra. His dedication to music education is evident through his involvement with the Perlman Music Program, which he co-founded to support young string musicians.

Perlman's contributions have been recognized with numerous accolades, including 16 Grammy Awards and the Presidential Medal of Freedom in 2015. He continues to inspire audiences globally with his performances, conducting, and teaching, solidifying his legacy as one of the preeminent violinists of his time.