Russell Fallstad
Class of '90
Former Violist, Fry Street Quartet
Mimc Faculty 2008-09

Hailed for his “glorious strength” and “elegance,” Russell began violin lessons at age five in the public schools, and has since blazed a remarkable trail as a soloist, chamber musician, teacher and clinician. A founding member of the critically acclaimed Fry Street String Quartet who recorded, taught, and performed on stages throughout the world, Russell recently performed his swan song with the quartet—a marathon cycle of all 17 Beethoven String Quartets in one week’s time. His newest project, The Dueling Fiddlers, with acclaimed fiddler Adam DeGraff, turns classical music on its head and combines modern pop and rock songs with a raw energy, creativity, and style that has audiences of all ages on the edge of their seats. Russell attended Madeline Island Music Camp as both a camper in the 90’s and as a faculty member with The Fry Street Quartet, and credits both experiences as highlights of his career.