Radio & Television: Hall of Fame


Here's where you can find all the fabulous young musicians who've appeared on From the Top. Browse through our entire directory below, or filter by last name, instrument, state, or age.


Barton Pine, Rachel

Barton Pine, Rachel - Violin
Meet a superb American violinist, and learn how her foundation is reaching out to help deserving young musicians.

Bayless, John

Bayless, John - Composition
This piano virtuoso and master of improvisation is best known for his classical interpretations of popular music.

Bell, Joshua

Bell, Joshua - Violin
Today this acclaimed violinist plays a Stradivarius, but he started out on a homemade instrument made from rubber bands!

Brown, Angela

Brown, Angela - Voice
This famed soprano went from winning the Metropolitan Opera National Council Auditions to singing the title role in Verdi's Aida.

Chang, Sarah

Chang, Sarah - Violin
This gifted violinist was already soloing with major orchestras by the time she was eight years old.

Corigliano, John

Corigliano, John - Composition
The Pulitzer Prize-winning composer talks about the special piece that changed his relationship with his father.

Falletta, JoAnn

Falletta, JoAnn - Conductor
The music conductor of the acclaimed Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra talks with host Christopher O'Riley.

Fleck, Béla

Fleck, Béla - Banjo
Learn about the musical beginnings of the premiere banjo player in the world today.

Harbison, John

Harbison, John - Composition
This famous American composer started improvising and writing music when he was only five years old.

Ma, Yo-Yo

Ma, Yo-Yo - Cello
With his trademark humor and humility, the most famous cellist of our time talks about his youth.

McFerrin, Bobby

McFerrin, Bobby - Voice
A casual decision to try his hand at singing exploded into a phenomenal career!

Meyer, Edgar

Meyer, Edgar - Double Bass
How did a boy who didn't like to practice grow up to be one of the world's best bassists? Edgar Meyer talks about his childhood.

Midori,

Midori, - Violin
Did you know that this world-renowned violinist is also passionate about psychology?

O'Connor, Mark

O'Connor, Mark - Violin
Meet this Grammy Award-winning violinist/composer and learn more about his wonderful fiddle camp.

Parkening, Christopher

Parkening, Christopher - Guitar
Learn about the musical beginnings of one of the preeminent guitar virtuosos of our time.



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