David Oistrakh

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David Oistrakh

David Oistrakh (30 September 1908 - 24 October 1974) was a classical violinist. He is considered one of the most important violinists of the 20th century. Oistrakh worked with major orchestras and musicians from many parts of the world, including the Soviet Union, Europe, and the United States. Many musical pieces for the violin have been dedicated to Oistrakh. This includes both of Dmitri Shostakovich's violin concerti, and the violin concerto by Adam Khachaturian.

More information

• Allmusic Discography
• Discography by three pages at Youngrok Lee's music page

David Oistrakh Media

• Bundesarchiv Bild 183-23447-0001, Dresden, Konzert David Oistrach (crop).jpg

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• Bundesarchiv Bild 183-45930-0004, Berlin, Gastspiel David und Igor Oistrach.jpg

  David Oistrakh, Franz Konwitschny and Igor Oistrakh after a guest performance in Berlin, 1957

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  Oistrakh on a Russian commemorative coin