Biography - A Short Wiki
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Itzhak Perlman is an Israeli- American Violinist, conductor, and pedagogue. His works are world-famous. He ‘s played around the world, including the United Nations, White House State Dinner celebrating Queen Elizabeth II, and President Obama ‘s Presidential Inauguration. In 2015, he was given the Presidential Freedom Medal, a medal provided by the United States President.
Career Highlights
Itzhak Perlman has experienced an exciting and successful career, to say the least.
Itzhak first became interested in the violin after listening to a classical radio program. After being rejected from the Shulamit Music Conservatory due to his young age, he self-taught himself how to play the violin. At the Academy of Music in Tel Aviv, he gave his first violin recital at age ten.
Family and Personal Life
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Itzhak Perlman and his wife Toby Perlman, who is also a violinist and reside in New York City with their children. Their daughter Navah Perlman is a chamber musician and concert pianist. Perlman suffers from Synesthesia. We hope for a speedy recovery for him and to have better health.
| Wife's/Spouse's Name | Toby Perlman |
|---|---|
| Children/Kids | Yes (Navah Perlman, Ariella Perlman, Noah Perlman, Leora Perlman, Rami Perlman) |
| Boyfriend/Girlfriend (Dating) | N/A |
| Civil Status | Married |
Nationality, Net Worth and Other Facts
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| Full/Real Name | Itzhak Perlman |
|---|---|
| Gender (Biological) | Male |
| Age (as of today) | 78 years |
| Date of Birth | August 31, 1945 |
| Place of Birth | Tel Aviv, Israel |
| Nationality | Israeli / American |
| Height | 1.78 m, 5 feet 10 inches |
| Weight | 75 kg, 165.5 lbs |
| Net Worth / Wealth | $12 million |
| Occupation | Violinist |
Height, Weight, and Age
Itzhak Perlman's height is above average measuring 1.78 m. Itzhak Perlman weighs 75 kg. Being born on August 31, 1945, translates to an age of 78 years as of todays date (November 18, 2023).
Quotes
I actually wanted to play the violin before I had polio, and then afterwards, there was no reason not to.
Itzhak Perlman
For every child prodigy that you know about, at least 50 potential ones have burned out before you even heard about them.
Itzhak Perlman
I love to work with young kids.
Itzhak Perlman
The difference is that with Ebola, it is such a devastating disease, and there is still no cure. They’re still working on vaccines. The fact of the matter with polio, there is a cure; there is a vaccine.
Itzhak Perlman
So many things can drive you mad as a child, not only music.
Itzhak Perlman
