Josef Rissin

Josef Rissin is a renowned violinist and Professor at the University of Music Karlsruhe, leading a violin class. Born in Riga, he studied under Boris Belenky at the Moscow Conservatory and gained international acclaim through major competitions like the Queen Elisabeth Competition and Premio Paganini. His artistic mastery, praised for technical perfection and profound interpretation, spans classical and modernist repertoire, including works by Galina Ustvolskaya.

Education: Studied at the Moscow Conservatory under Boris Belenky.

Research focuses on violin performance traditions, modernist composers, and pedagogical approaches in classical training. His interpretations blend historical techniques with avant-garde works, influencing contemporary violin pedagogy.

Notable awards include the Queen Elisabeth Competition first prize (2005 via student Sergey Khachatryan's achievement) and Premio Paganini, underscoring his legacy as an interpreter and educator.

Advising highlights include mentoring celebrated violinists such as Sergey Khachatryan (Queen Elisabeth Competition winner). No grants explicitly mentioned, but his pedagogical influence is widely recognized.