Elmira Darvarova

Elmira Darvarova is a trailblazing violinist whose career sparkles with boundary-pushing artistry and historic firsts. Best known as the first female concertmaster in the history of the Metropolitan Opera Orchestra (a role she held from 1996-2004), she’s carved a niche as a dynamic interpreter of everything from fiery classical showpieces to genre-blurring cross-cultural collaborations. Her recent recordings – like the bold *Horn Trios from Mozart to Piazzolla and Beyond* or her passionate team-up with sarod legend Amjad Ali Khan – showcase her knack for bridging musical worlds. Whether resurrecting forgotten gems (check out her Alfano quartet recordings) or breathing new life into warhorses (like her fiery take on Ysaÿe’s solo works), Darvarova plays with a blend of technical wizardry and storytelling warmth. Offstage, she’s a champion of music education and a frequent juror at international competitions, cementing her status as a 21st-century Renaissance woman of the violin.

Genres

Tango

Chamber Music

Latest Release

Horn Trios from Mozart to Piazzolla and Beyond, Vol. 1

Elmira Darvarova

Album - 34 Tracks - Released August 16, 2024