A true ambassador of music, he has soloed in many unique and distinguished venues around the globe including the American Embassy in Paris, the Presidential Retreat at Camp David, the private chambers of the Vatican before Pope John Paul II, and Carnegie Hall. Peter began his career as Concertmaster of the Walt Disney World Orchestra in Orlando, Florida. He has appeared as violin soloist with such legendary artists as Rosemary Clooney, Michael Feinstein, Renée Fleming, Bernadette Peters, Randy Travis, and Trisha Yearwood and has performed chamber music in concert with Ida Kavafian, Steven Tenenbom, and Peter Wiley.
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Critics, Composers, Conductors and Audiences have all praised Peter Wilson’s musicianship
“Peter – I want to thank you so much for helping make our little anniversary dinner so special. To take the time, above and beyond your service to the nation, really meant a lot to the First Lady and me. All the best, Barack Obama”
“[Peter Wilson] made music that had the stamp of quality.”
“From the opening notes of the Theme from Schindler’s List, [Peter Wilson’s] poignant, tender and highly personal reading of the music made clear to all that we were in the presence of a brilliant musical artist.”
“. . . pristine melody lines . . . showering virtuosity” “impassioned violin solo” “first class”
“…beautifully performed by the National Gallery Chamber Players under the direction of conductor Peter Wilson.”
“[Peter Wilson’s] beautiful performance of my Chaconne… how gorgeous it was… and so true to the piece.”