Nicola Benedetti

Nicola Benedetti is a Scottish classical violinist renowned for her captivating performances and influential advocacy for classical music. Recognised as a prodigy from a young age, she won the BBC Young Musician of the Year at just 16. Her career has since soared, collaborating with leading orchestras worldwide and recording for Decca Classics. Benedetti is also the director of the Edinburgh International Festival, a role she took on in 2022, and the founder of The Benedetti Foundation, which promotes music education. She plays the prestigious 1717 'Gariel' Stradivarius violin, on loan from the London Symphony Orchestra. Benedetti's accolades include a Grammy Award for Best Classical Instrumental Solo and multiple Classical BRIT Awards. Her upcoming releases and performances continue to solidify her status as one of the most sought-after and influential artists of her generation.