Gerald Fischbach


Professor Emeritus, Violin and String Pedagogy, U-Maryland, where he also served as Director of Graduate Studies and Chair of Strings. For 33 years, Director of International Workshops, a world-renowned summer music seminar. As soloist and chamber musician, has appeared to high critical acclaim throughout US, Canada, Europe, Russia, China, Malaysia, Australia, New Zealand. Renowned teacher, pedagogue, author, concert artist. Numerous awards, honors, leadership positions including ASTA’s National Distinguished Service Award in 2020.

About the Award


This award, given periodically at the discretion of the ASTA National Board, recognizes a pedagogue of renowned stature who has made significant contributions to the profession throughout their career.

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