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Mischa Elman
1891Jan, 20

Mischa Elman

Mischa Elman, Ukrainian-American violinist (d. 1967)
Mischa (Mikhail Saulovich) Elman (Russian: Михаил Саулович Эльман; January 20, 1891 – April 5, 1967) was a Russian-born Jewish-American violinist, famed for his passionate style, beautiful tone, and impeccable artistry and musicality.

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