Milan Neil Amin-Smith

Milan Neil Amin-Smith is a British journalist and broadcaster, best known for presenting BBC's "Newsnight".

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Profession :

Violinist

Birthday :

November 1, 1989

Star Sign :

Scorpio

Age :

35

Birthplace :

England

Milan Neil Amin-Smith, the acclaimed British violinist, rose to prominence as a member of the electro-classical group Clean Bandit. Before joining the band as their principal violinist, he led a string quartet alongside Grace Chatto. Clean Bandit’s unique fusion of dance and classical music, often featuring vocal collaborations, gained them international recognition. Their hit single “Rather Be,” featuring Jess Glynne, became a global sensation and earned them a Grammy Award. Amin-Smith contributed to the band’s critically acclaimed album “New Eyes” (2014) before departing in 2016.

Beyond his work with Clean Bandit, Amin-Smith’s musical journey has been marked by prestigious collaborations and accolades. In 2014, he joined the charity supergroup Band Aid 30 as their violinist, lending his talent to their charitable efforts. Throughout his career, he has performed as a soloist with renowned orchestras worldwide, including the New York Philharmonic, Los Angeles Philharmonic, and London Philharmonic, and has collaborated with esteemed conductors like Zubin Mehta, Riccardo Muti, and Simon Rattle.

As a chamber musician, Amin-Smith has shared the stage with renowned ensembles such as the Emerson String Quartet, Guarneri String Quartet, and Beaux Arts Trio. He is also a dedicated member of the Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center. His exceptional talent has been recognized with numerous prestigious awards, including the Gold Medal at the International Tchaikovsky Competition and the Avery Fisher Prize. In 2005, he was honored with the Commander of the Order of the British Empire (CBE) for his significant contributions to music.

Beyond his musical achievements, Amin-Smith is a polyglot, fluent in several languages, and an accomplished pianist and conductor. He serves as the Artistic Director of the renowned Verbier Festival in Switzerland, demonstrating his leadership and dedication to nurturing young musical talent.