From the historic halls of Carnegie to the iconic studios of Hollywood, violinist Cristian Fatu weaves magic with his bow, painting musical landscapes that have captivated audiences across continents. Based in the sun-kissed shores of Los Angeles, this Romanian-born virtuoso now shares his artistry as a distinguished faculty member at the Orange County School for the Arts and Orange County Music and Dance. His versatility as a performer shines through whether he's performing as a soloist or stepping in with the Pacific Symphony, adding classical elegance to LA Ballet productions, or bringing film scores to life in the studio.

The gleaming lights of Hollywood's legendary recording studios – Capitol Records, Fox, and Warner Brothers – have witnessed his violin's voice blend with countless artists, breathing life into scores that enchant millions through film and television. His journey through America's musical landscape led him to the heart of West Virginia, where from 2014 to 2018, he led the celebrated Montclaire String Quartet as first violinist, while serving as concertmaster of the Charleston Chamber Orchestra and nurturing young talents at West Virginia State University.

A crowning moment in his artistic odyssey came in February 2019, when the hallowed walls of the Kennedy Center resonated with the premiere of Mathew Jackfert's Violin Concerto "A Black Bear Awakens in Winter" – a performance that showcased his ability to bring contemporary works to vivid life. His bow has danced under the stars at the Hollywood Bowl alongside Pink Martini, and his melodies have soared through the revered acoustics of Carnegie Hall with Ensemble Iberica. More