Nikolaj Znaider talks to his teacher Boris Kuschnir about his musical background and ideas on teaching. Kuschnir recalls his parents, his studies with Boris Belenki and formative encounters with David Oistrakh.
The conversation moves from his own education to his work with young violinists. Technical precision and musical expression are closely connected. Kuschnir describes how he responds to different starting points and seeks solutions for each individual.
Znaider’s questions also reveal the longstanding relationship between teacher and student. At its centre is an education intended to foster musical independence.