Tao Ni Archives – Viva Virtuoso

Nicolo Paganini, by Richard James Lane (died 1872), published 1831. See source website for additional information. This set of images was gathered by User:Dcoetzee from the National Portrait Gallery.

The Devil’s Violinist and His One String

Post author:Viva Virtuoso
Post published:February 27, 2018
Post category:Music History

Nineteenth century composer and violinist Niccolò Paganini remains one of the most influential composers and musicians in history. Paganini was more ‘fondly’ known as the ‘Devil’s violinist’, for both his uniquely brilliant skills and his appearance. (more…)

From Pearl City to the City of Angels: A Casual Colloquy with Cellist Tao Ni

Post author:Viva Virtuoso
Post published:January 17, 2018
Post category:Interviews

From China’s Anhui Province to Los Angeles, California, by way of Indiana, Ohio and Alberta, Tao Ni has meticulously molded himself into one of the most talented cellists of our time. Now at home with the L.A. Phil, Tao is a virtuoso in his own right and as versatile as such young talents tend to come.

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