The encore is the short piece after the program has finished, where the performer brings out something that the audience doesn't expect.

The encore is the short piece after the program has finished, where the performer brings out something that the audience doesn't expect.

It's fine with me if people want to applaud between movements of a concerto. It doesn't bother me - it's part of performance experience. Sometimes when they applaud if I'm still playing it's not as good, but there's always a way around it. Actually the applause gives me a little rest and chance to stretch, too.

I pick things up in different cities, so my wardrobe is kind of a souvenir chest.

I just want to work with people, so I always try to find a way to collaborate in the best way for the music.

Bach in general was so good with the violin. He just finds the genius way around his music on the instrument. When you think about the fact that the instrument has changed significantly since he wrote for it and his music still really works, it's brilliant. He was definitely ahead of his time. There's something so satisfying about his music. It's beautifully organized and emotional at the same time. I find it highly exciting.

I think that if people show up in jeans and chains, it's great that all parts of culture are interested in music. People forget sometimes that it's about the music, not how you act and dress.