Vanessa-Mae
Vanessa-Mae is a British violinist who gained fame for becoming the youngest soloist to record both the Beethoven and Tchaikovsky violin concertos.
Violinist
October 27, 1978
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Vanessa-Mae, a British violinist, gained recognition for her unique blend of classical and popular music. She made her professional debut at just ten years old and holds the record for being the youngest soloist to record both Beethoven and Tchaikovsky violin concertos. Her 1995 breakout album, “The Violin Player,” introduced commercial sensuality to classical music. Vanessa-Mae has performed in prestigious venues worldwide and has expressed interest in representing Thailand as a downhill skier at the 2014 Winter Olympics. Besides her musical accomplishments, she has collaborated with artists like Janet Jackson and released several successful albums, such as “Contradanza,” “Storm,” and “The Devil’s Trill Sonata.”