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“Genius is an overused word. The world has known only about a half dozen geniuses. I got only fairly near.”

Quote by Fritz Kreisler

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Fritz Kreisler, born on February 2, 1875, in Austria, and died on January 29, 1962, was a renowned Jewish violinist. Known for his exquisite playing technique and rich musical expression, Kreisler was one of the most outstanding violinists of the early 20th century. more

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