* Yehudi Menuhin (1916-1999) was an American violinist and conductor who was also considered one of the greatest violinists of the 20th century. He was known for his beautiful tone and his expressive playing.
* Itzhak Perlman (born 1945) is an Israeli-American violinist, conductor, and teacher. He is known for his virtuosic technique and his emotional playing.
* Anne-Sophie Mutter (born 1963) is a German violinist who is known for her virtuosic technique and her wide-ranging repertoire.
* Joshua Bell (born 1967) is an American violinist who is known for his virtuosic technique and his soulful playing.