Mikhail Kopelman

Mikhail Kopelman is a Professor of Violin at the Eastman School of Music (University of Rochester) since 2002. A graduate of the Moscow Conservatory under Maya Glezarova and Yuri Yankelevich, he gained international acclaim as first violinist of the Borodin String Quartet (1976-1996) and Tokyo String Quartet (1996-2002), co-founding the Kopelman Quartet in 2002.

• Expertise in Russian violin traditions
• Extensive masterclass experience across Europe/Asia
• Collaborations with Richter, Rostropovich, Kremer
• Recorded with Melodia, EMI, and Wigmore Live

His pedagogical focus includes chamber music coaching and violin technique. Awards highlight his global recognition, while jury roles at Evian, ARD Munich, and Indianapolis competitions demonstrate leadership in classical music.