Maxim Vengerov - ’Playing by Heart’ (film)

Russian born Maxim Vengerov is one of the greatest violinists in the world. This documentary captures the maestro at 23, already at his peak and performing with the world’s leading orchestras and conductors. This profile explores his musical artistry, at work with Daniel Barenboim and the Chicago Symphony Orchestra and with students of the Royal Academy in London. This film gives a private glimpse of the man off duty, away from his professional responsibilities.