Violinist Nikolay Madoyan’s phenomenal mastery once again wins the admiration of European audiences

Renowned Armenian violinist Nikolay Madoyan has undertaken one of the most demanding and technically challenging programmes in the history of the violin repertoire, performing all 24 of Niccolò Paganini’s legendary Caprices to great acclaim. He has presented this exceptional programme in a series of concerts, performing it without intermission at a number of prestigious European venues, including the Berlin Philharmonie and Milan’s Sala Verdi concert hall.

Throughout the 2025–2026 season, these recitals have generated widespread international attention and received high praise from leading music professionals, while also attracting coverage from respected music publications, including The Strad. Madoyan will continue his world tour with this ambitious programme, bringing the complete cycle of 24 Caprices to renowned stages around the world.

Performing all 24 of Paganini’s Caprices in a single evening represents an extraordinary challenge, one that only a handful of violinists worldwide have successfully undertaken. The programme demands not only phenomenal virtuosity and exceptional memory, but also profound artistic depth.

Another remarkable aspect of Madoyan’s performances is his commitment to preserving Paganini’s original bowings throughout the 24 Caprices. This approach demands exceptional mastery from the violinist, together with impeccable technical control.

Nikolay Madoyan is a prominent figure in contemporary violin playing and a Guinness World Record holder. From an early age, he has distinguished himself through his expressive artistry, performing as a soloist on leading stages around the world and collaborating with major orchestras.