Nicolás Fridman on SoundBetter

I've been playing the violin for 30 years, both in chamber ensambles and symphonic orchestras (inlcuding Argentina's National Symphony Orchestra). I also play rock, pop, electronic and even dancing music!

EDUCATION
* Juan José Castro Provincial Conservatory – La Lucila / Martínez

* National University of the Arts – Department of Musical Arts – Buenos Aires
Orchestral Instrumentalist Violin Orientation (RM Nº 1174/18) –
Bachelor's Degree in Music with Violin Orientation

Private violin lessons
* Music School “Nueva Escuela Argentina 2000” 1996 – 1999
* Maestro Alejandro Elijovich 2008 – 2018
* Maestro Luis Roggero 2018 – Present

ORCHESTRAS
* Opera Orchestra of the “Juan José Castro” Conservatory 2005 - 2007
Guide to second violins
* String Orchestra of the “Juan José Castro” Conservatory 2007 - 2019
Guide to second violins; Concertmaster; Soloist.
* Buenos Aires Academic Orchestra (former Teatro Colón) 2009 - 2013
Guide to second violins; Concertmaster.
* Orchestra of the “Giuseppe Verdi” Lyric Company 2012 - 2013
First violins.
* Symphony Orchestra of the Municipality of Avellaneda
2024 - Present
First violins
* Orchestra of the “Divertimento Choral Group” 2014 - Present
Concertmaster.
* Argentine National Symphony Orchestra
2016 - 2023 / 2025 - Present
Second violins (2016 – 2018); First violins (2018 – 2023)

TEACHING ACTIVITY
* Violin classes since 2007
* Master classes in Argentina, Chile and Mexico Music Festivals

CHAMBER MUSIC
* Concerts and classes with various ensamles (piano duo, string quartet, etc.)

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Languages

English
Spanish

Endorse Nicolás Fridman8 Reviews - 2 Repeat Clients

by Adami G.
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Nicolás brought such beauty, warmth, and brilliance to my song with his amazing playing. He was so kind, patient, and collaborative. He was one of the easiest and smoothest musicians I've had the pleasure of working with and I just wish I needed more violin! Highly recommend working with him if you have the opportunity.
by Gordon G.
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Working with Nicolás it a total pleasure - he is very fast, thorough, and wonderfully clear and helpful. I highly recommend his work to everyone!
by David W.
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One of the fastest working musicians on SoundBetter. My order was complete in less than 12 hours. And great too! A wonderful player in every sense.
by Wladimir S.
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Second time woring with Nicolas and probably not the last one !!
Great collaboration !
by Wladimir S.
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Working with Nicolas was a great experience.
He is a highly skilled and professional violinist. He delivered excellent music, followed all instructions accurately, and completed the work quickly.
Additionally, he provided a mockup beforehand, which was very helpful for aligning our collaboration. I definitely recommend his services !!
by Nadav C.
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great work :) would work with Nicolás again
by Gordon G.
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Nicolás is such a pleasure to work with - prompt, kind, and thorough. I heartily recommend his work to everyone!
by Gordon G.
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Amazing work! Super fast, way above and beyond what I expected. Thank you so much Nicolás!

Interview with Nicolás Fridman

Q: Tell us about a project you worked on you are especially proud of and why. What was your role?
A: I have been playing for 15 years in a string trio named ALTAIR where I play the violin and make arrangements along with my partners. (@altairok)
Q: What are you working on at the moment?
A: I always have a chamber music concert ahead.
Q: Is there anyone on SoundBetter you know and would recommend to your clients?
A: I haven't looked yet.
Q: Analog or digital and why?
A: Analog, I love to hear the sound directly from its source.
Q: What's your 'promise' to your clients?
A: High quality performance and commitment.
Q: What do you like most about your job?
A: It's always a new adventure.
Q: What questions do customers most commonly ask you? What's your answer?
A: How much will it take. I usually do it quickly, but won't handle something if I don't like how it sounds.
Q: What's the biggest misconception about what you do?
A: Thinking I only play classical just because I play the violin.
Q: What questions do you ask prospective clients?
A: What type of sound they are looking for, what the composition means to them, why do they want a violin line, etc.
Q: What advice do you have for a customer looking to hire a provider like you?
A: The most important thing is to know what you are looking for.
Q: If you were on a desert island and could take just 5 pieces of gear, what would they be?
A: It's ok with my violin (maybe a spare string set)
Q: What was your career path? How long have you been doing this?
A: I started as a young boy in 1996. I studied with very important teachers in Buenos Aires (including the National Symphony Orchestra's concertmaster and the 2nd violins Guide). I keep taking lessons regularly.
Q: How would you describe your style?
A: Passionate
Q: Which artist would you like to work with and why?
A: Anyone, as long as they take it seriously.
Q: Can you share one music production tip?
A: Always feel the music.
Q: What type of music do you usually work on?
A: Classical music, but I really like rock, pop and electronic. As an argentinian I also play tango.
Q: What's your strongest skill?
A: My musicality, vibrato, intonation and good sense of the rythm.
Q: What do you bring to a song?
A: My 25+ years of violin playing and my will to make high quality music.
Q: What's your typical work process?
A: I first listen to the theme, then study the music sheet or compose a violin line and then go to the studio.
Q: Tell us about your studio setup.
A: I record in a studio using an Audiotechnica PRO 35 (ambient microphone optative).
Q: What other musicians or music production professionals inspire you?
A: For popular music: 2 cellos. My favorite violinist of all times is David Oistrakh, but I like new generation violinist like Augustin Hadelich or Hillary Hahn.
Q: Describe the most common type of work you do for your clients.
A: I can play and record any music sheet you send me, create and record a violin line for your compositions, or make a string arrangement.