Recognised by many as the most popular violinist of the past several decades,
Tel Aviv-born virtuoso Itzhak Perlman is acclaimed by audiences and critics
around the world for his exuberant style and winning personality, not least for
the admirable way he overcame the effects of childhood polio; paralysis of his
legs meant that he has needed braces and crutches throughout his life. His
recordings of major classical works and movie scores have been bestsellers and
he has won 17 Grammy Awards including one for Lifetime Achievement. He has
received honours from American presidents an...