A new star is to be added to the ‘Walk of Fame’ of classical music: violinist Eric Silberger’s charisma, unusual security and mastery are the threads that tie him to virtuosos such as Paganini and Sarasate.

"Dazzling virtuoso playing"

"His version of the Tchaikovsky violin concerto with the St Petersburg Philharmonic yesterday was a spine-tingling moment, thanks to the astonishing confidence and chutzpah of his playing."