Violin virtuoso Efrem Zimbalist (1890-1985) became a celebrity at age 17 with his debut of the Brahms Concerto in Berlin. He would go on to become one of the world's most renowned teachers. Written by a former student, this authorized biography recounts Zimbalist's life and career. Coverage includes his childhood in the Ukraine, his directorship of the Curtis Institute of Music, and his interactions with luminaries such as Albert Einstein and Edna St. Vincent Millay. Also included are a discography and a listing of Zimbalist's students. Annotation 2004 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
