Lillian Fuchs (1901–1995) was an illustrious American violist and one of the foremost musicians of her time, praised for her rich tone and commanding technique. Born into a musical family, she carved out a significant career not only as a performer but also as an influential pedagogue. She began her musical journey with the violin but later switched to the viola, an instrument that would become synonymous with her name.

Throughout her illustrious career, she performed with renowned ensembles, including the famed Perolé String Quartet, in which she played alongside her siblings. As a soloist, Fuchs dazzled audiences with her profound interpretations of classic viola repertoire as well as contemporary works. She became noted for her remarkable performances and recordings of J.S. Bach's Cello Suites, which she transcribed for viola. Her contribution to chamber music was also significant, as evident in her collaboration with esteemed cellist Pablo Casals and other classical music luminaries. Beyond performance, Lillian Fuchs's legacy includes a wealth of pedagogical work, with her compositions for viola students and several published methods that remain standard texts for viola instruction. Her recordings, featuring a wide range of repertoire from Mozart to Beethoven, as well as her own compositions, continue to inspire violists and music lovers worldwide.

Genres

Historic Classical Performance

Viola

Latest Release

J.S. Bach: Cello Suites, BWV 1007-1012 (Arr. for Viola)

Johann Sebastian Bach•

Lillian Fuchs

Album - 42 Tracks - Released June 4, 2021