and orchestrated it. It was thrilling to be in front of
an orchestra that is playing your own music. Having
spent my life playing great composers myself in front
of an orchestra and actually figuring out my own
piece was surreal and rewarding.
It was amazing to hear it in a way. It wasn’t like
I imagined it to be necessarily, but some bits
underwhelmed me a little bit. I had a better concept
in my head I think. It was a great experience!
Q7. You are a multifaceted individual as a
classical violinist, a model, and an educator.
Being a model, were you ever underestimated,
in particular, as being a talented classical
violinist?
CS: I never chose to be a model specifically. But, I
had the opportunity to represent certain brands, I
suppose, as a violinist. Yet, those decisions made it
more challenging to establish a classical music career.
People have brief inceptions about people spending
time in the fashion world which is fair enough. It has
taken a few years to iron that out, but I wouldn’t have
done it any differently.
Q8. As a philanthropist, you support many
charities. Which charities do you support? And
why is it important to you?
CS: Over the years, I think you do many things to
assist, and their are so many benefit concerts you
end up getting involved in, so it’s part and parcel to
being a live performer. The Prince’s Trust is great
for me because its based in the UK and helping UK
businesses and young entrepreneurs in the UK. They
do great events.
I did an event at Albert Hall and I worked with cool
artists. This got me involved with the Olympics in
London. I did a few events with that as well! Plus, I’ve
been involved with charities in Italy - ‘Children for
Peace’ is based on helping children in Africa. Charity
finds you if you’re a performer and it sounds so noble
when people mention that you do all this charity
work. It’s important to always give back!
Q9. Classical music tends to be traditional; however,
it is never considered as mainstream. You are a well-
known artist. Would you ever consider to make it
mainstream where it will attract the youth?
CS: I think its important to engage the youth, but