Isaac Stern (1920-2001) was a world-renowned violinist. Setting the stage for Big Bird's special three years later, Stern proved that Nixon wasn't the only one who could go to China in his 1980 Oscar-winning documentary, From Mao To Mozart. Itzhak Perlman and Yo Yo Ma are amongst those he's mentored.

He appeared on an episode of Sesame Street (c. 1990) with Elmo, together playing their violins. In another episode, he played violin for Big Bird and some kids. He was also included in a celebrity montage of "Sing" for the Sing! Sesame Street Remembers Joe Raposo and His Music documentary.

External linksEdit

• Official site
• Clip of appearance with Big Bird, roughly at the 3:00 mark