Itzhak Perlman
Awards & Honours
10
Awards Won
6
Honours
3
Rankings
3
Covers
3
Records
Itzhak Perlman's achievements are nothing short of extraordinary. With 16 Grammy Awards, he stands as one of the most decorated classical musicians in history. His receipt of the Presidential Medal of Freedom in 2015 placed him among the most respected citizens of the United States. Being named a Knight Commander of the Order of the British Empire (KBE) further underscores his global impact.He has received honorary doctorates from over 30 universities, including Harvard, Yale, and Oxford. His Guinness World Record for the most recordings by a single artist in the classical category highlights his prolific output. These honors reflect not only his technical mastery but also his unique ability to connect with diverse audiences.
Awards
Honours & Distinctions
Presidential Medal of Freedom
Highest civilian honor awarded by the President of the United States.
Knight Commander of the Order of the British Empire (KBE)
Awarded for services to music.
Kennedy Center Honors
Honored for lifetime contributions to American culture through the performing arts.
National Medal of Arts
Awarded for outstanding contributions to the arts.
Israel Prize
One of the highest honors given by the State of Israel.
Hollywood Walk of Fame Star
Received a star for contributions to the entertainment industry.
Rankings & Lists
100 Greatest Classical Musicians of All Time
100 Most Influential People in the World
Greatest Classical Artists of All Time
Magazine Covers
TIME Magazine
2007-03-12
America's Violinist
Vanity Fair
2015-06-01
Classical Music Icons
The New Yorker
2010-04-15
Profile: Itzhak Perlman
Records & Feats
Most Grammy Awards Won by a Classical Violinist
Holds the record with 16 Grammy Awards for classical music.
Guinness World Record for Most Recordings
Recognized for having the most recordings by a single artist in the classical category.
First Violinist on TIME Cover
Became the first violinist to be featured on the cover of TIME magazine.