Anne Akiko Meyers, a violinist since age four, has released three albums this spring that showcase newly commissioned compositions. Collaborating with prominent contemporary composers, she emphasizes the emotional power of their music and the importance of storytelling. While she prefers lush, expressive pieces over atonal works, Meyers navigates the challenges of commissioning new music, often facing rejection over many years. A unique asset in her music-making is her 1741 Guarneri violin, noted for its unmatched power and resonance, further enhancing her mission to celebrate and share the new musical repertoire with audiences.
"I get so moved by their music. I'm here to tell the stories of these composers These giants, these genius minds."
"It just feels like I have to eat a whole plate of dry kale to get through it. It just doesn't do anything for me."
"There are definitely some composers who are just like, 'No, no' and 'talk to the hand,' and it's five years, 10 years, and I try again and still they say no."
"The power and the resonance of this instrument is pretty much unparalleled... one of the finest-sounding violins currently in existence."
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