Steve Kindler, born on February 8, 1956, is an American violinist renowned for his fusion of classical, jazz, rock, and ethnic music. He began his career with the Honolulu Symphony before joining John McLaughlin's Mahavishnu Orchestra, where he honed his jazz skills. Kindler has collaborated with artists like Jan Hammer, Jeff Beck, and Kitaro. His emotive violin improvisations are showcased in his compositions, blending diverse musical influences. Notably, he is a member of Barefoot, a world-music dance group. ([music.apple.com](https://music.apple.com/us/artist/steve-kindler/20366148?utm_source=openai))