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ON THIS DAY | American Violinist Michael Rabin Died in 1972
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He was praised by legendary pedagogue Ivan Galamian as having "no weaknesses, never"
American violin virtuoso Michael Rabin died on this day in 1972, aged just 35.
A celebrated child prodigy, he is remembered as one of the eminent violinists of the 20th Century.
He tragically developed a neurological condition in his late 20s, and died at age 35 from a head injury sustained by a fall.
Thankfully, Michael Rabin will forever be immortalised by his brilliant and treasured recording legacy.
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