Smirnov [...] simply has it all: Communicative approachability, musical temperament, virtuoso technique and an extraordinary sense of style trained in historical performance practice.

Suona con spavalderia, con la sicurezza del virtuoso a cui riesce tutto facile

L'enfant terrible Dmitry Smirnov a encore frappé.

The 29-year-old Russian, who was born into a family of musicians in St. Petersburg, studied in Lausanne and Basel and lives in Switzerland with his wife, pulls them along with irresistible vigour. Such a concert does not need a conductor;...

In addition to sparkling virtuosity, rhythmically committed playing was particularly in demand. Smirnov offered both in his interplay with the DSO, which impressed with a wonderfully dance-like verve, and his playing also shone with improvisational freshness.

With his fashionable sidecut, beard and slim silhouette, he is a visual attraction. But the moment he starts playing his instrument, the audience's ears also get to appreciate what he has to offer.

On Monday evening, Russian violinist Dmitry Smirnov provided one of the chamber orchestra's season highlights.

The young Russian violinist Dmitry Smirnov is Artiste étoile with the Basel Chamber Orchestra this season and will be performing in a very special concert on Thursday.

Lucerne Festival writes 'there is no doubt that Smirnov is one of the most unconventional young violinists'.

"Hansheinz Schneeberger was not just a masterful violinist; he was a true pioneer in bringing contemporary music to life, influencing generations of musicians with his passion and dedication."