| “Its full majesty [Szymanowski’s Violin Concerto no. 1] was revealed in this near ideal performance by Ilya Gringolts. […] Gringolts’ range of colour and dynamics impressed at every capricious turn and Oramo marshalled the BBCSO to provide an intricate web of accompanying sound.” Bachtrack, Chris Garlick, 09/11/2024 |
| Paris, France — Little Tribeca – the Agency is proud to announce that internationally renowned violinist Ilya Gringolts has joined its roster for exclusive representation in France. Known for his profound artistry and technical virtuosity, Gringolts’ impressive repertoire spans classical masterpieces, historically informed interpretations, and contemporary concertos, bringing a unique, modern perspective to the violin on the world stage. A winner of the prestigious Paganini Competition and a violinist celebrated for his fresh and daring interpretations, Gringolts has captivated audiences worldwide. His upcoming engagements reflect his passion for both iconic and underrepresented concertos. Highlights include staples of the violin repertoire such as Bartók’s Violin Concerto No. 2, Shostakovich’s Violin Concerto No. 2, and Prokofiev’s Violin Concerto No. 1. He is also known for his expertise in historically informed performance, delivering stunning renditions of Leclair and Mendelssohn, among others. Recent seasons saw him perform Mendelssohn’s concerto with gut strings to acclaim. With a particular interest in premiering contemporary works, Gringolts remains at the forefront of innovation, with recent premieres including pieces by acclaimed composers such as Chaya Czernowin, Lotta Wennäkoski, Mirela Ivicevic, Augusta Read Thomas, Beat Furrer and Bernhard Lang. His collaborations with esteemed orchestras and conductors such as Klaus Mäkelä, Jakub Hrusa, and Sakari Oramo (with whom he performed Szymanovsky’s concerto with the BBC Symphony Orchestra in November) underscore his versatile artistry and the high regard in which he is held within the classical music community. Gringolts’ orchestral collaborations span a wide array of top-tier ensembles, including the Bavarian Radio Symphony Orchestra, Tonhalle-Orchester Zürich, Bamberger Symphoniker, Oslo Philharmonic, and Radio Symphony Berlin. His partnership with orchestras renowned for their commitment to artistic excellence has solidified his reputation as one of the most influential violinists of his generation. Little Tribeca – the Agency is thrilled to enter this partnership, bringing Gringolts’ rich repertoire to French audiences and strengthening his presence on the French classical music scene. |
BIOGRAPHY
Ilya Gringolts wins over audiences with his highly virtuosic playing and sophisticated interpretations and is always seeking out new musical challenges. As a sought-after soloist, Ilya Gringolts devotes himself to the great orchestral repertoire as well as to contemporary and rare works; he is also interested in historical performance practices.
His concert programmes include virtuosic early repertoire by Leclair and Locatelli as well as Paganini’s solo and orchestral works. New works by Peter Maxwell Davies, Augusta Read Thomas, Christophe Bertrand, Bernhard Lang, Beat Furrer and Michael Jarrell have been premiered by him.