Stefan Jackiw

Stefan Jackiw is a leading American violinist, praised for his “uncommon musical substance” and “intelligence and sensitivity.” He has soloed with major orchestras including the Boston, Chicago, New York, and San Francisco symphony orchestras. In November 2024, Jackiw returned to the Cleveland Orchestra for Tchaikovsky’s concerto and released his recording of Charles Ives’ complete violin sonatas with Jeremy Denk, which The New Yorker hailed as setting “a new standard.” This season also includes debuts with the National Symphony Orchestra of Ireland and Suwon Philharmonic, and a world premiere by John Zorn with The Junction Trio, alongside a residency at the San Francisco Conservatory. Jackiw recently premiered violin concertos by Conrad Tao and David Fulmer. A dedicated chamber musician, he is Artistic Director of the Hawaii Chamber Music Festival and frequently tours with The Junction Trio. A recipient of a prestigious Avery Fisher Career Grant, Jackiw plays a violin made in 1705 by Vincenzo Ruggieri.