Southwest Florida Teen Violinist Played at Carnegie Hall
Classical violinist Elijah Luzginov, 18, of Sarasota, Florida, was among the musicians who performed during the American Protégé Winners Recital on June 16 at New York City’s Carnegie Hall.
Luzginov captivated the audience with his performance of “Praeludium and Allegro in the Style of Pugani” by Fritz Kreisler during the recital.
The Southwest Florida teen violinist began playing when he was 4 years old. He was selected as first violin for the Perlman Music Program for three years, playing in an orchestra of young musical prodigies conducted by Itzhak Perlman. He also received first place in the Ida and Wolf Concerto Competition.
Southwest Florida Teen Violinist
Elijah has been the concertmaster for the Sarasota Youth Orchestra for two years. In addition, he performs as a soloist all over southern Florida including here in Southwest Florida. His website shows a wedding performance at the La Casa Toscana in Fort Myers as well as mentions of the Ritz Carlton and The Inn On Fifth in Naples.
American Protégé Winners Recital
American Protégé International Music Competitions are designed for young musicians, actors and singers. For more than 14 years, this organization has advanced the careers of its participants. Winners of the annual competitions are introduced to new audiences on stage in NYC.
Elijah Luzginov is currently accepting bookings for weddings and corporate events in Southwest Florida and Miami.
