Mark Gothoni

Mark Gothoni serves as Professor of Violin at Berlin University of the Arts within the Faculty of Music's Julius Stern Institute. An internationally acclaimed Finnish violinist, he maintains an active dual career as performer and educator across five continents.

His artistic practice centers on advanced violin technique, chamber ensemble development, and orchestral leadership. Performance highlights include solo appearances at Berlin Philharmonie, Concertgebouw Amsterdam, Lincoln Center New York, and major festivals from Kuhmo (Finland) to Casals Festival (Puerto Rico).

Professional distinctions:

• Debut of the Year Award, Finnish Jyväskylä Arts Festival
• Multiple international competition prizes
• Exclusive recording contract with MDG – Dabringhaus&Grimm

Gothoni directs significant artistic initiatives including chamber music courses at Savonlinna Music Academy (since 2001) and previously led Festivo Music Festival (1998-2011). As first violinist of Orpheus Quartet (2004-present) and member of Mozart Piano Quartet, he shapes contemporary string repertoire while mentoring students through masterclasses at Tokyo University of the Arts, Liceo Barcelona, and Western University of Ontario.