Gerald Elias

Gerald Elias is an accomplished American author, particularly known for his mystery novels. He has created the Daniel Jacobus series, which draws from his own experiences in the classical music world. Elias is not only a writer but also a skilled violinist, conductor, composer, and teacher. His unique background has allowed him to bring a distinctive perspective to his fiction, creating a compelling blend of mystery and music.

Elias's journey into writing began after a successful career in music. He is a graduate of Yale and has an extensive background in music, having served as a violinist with the Boston Symphony, associate concertmaster of the Utah Symphony, and as a conductor, composer, and teacher. His award-winning Daniel Jacobus mystery series has been well-received, with the first novel, "Devil's Trill," being selected as a Barnes & Noble Discover: Great New Writers book. The series, which combines the deductive reasoning of Sherlock Holmes with the rhetorical finesse of Don Rickles, now includes eight installments, with the most recent being "Murder at the Royal Albert."

In addition to his mystery series, Elias has written a psychological-political thriller, "The Beethoven Sequence," and a collection of short stories. He has also published a musical memoir, "Symphonies & Scorpions," and a children's book, "Maestro, the Potbellied Pig." His works have been featured in various prestigious journals and magazines, and he has expanded his literary and musical horizons by recording a first-ever recording of the sonatas of the Baroque violinist-composer, Pietro Castrucci. Elias also serves as the music director of the Vivaldi by Candlelight chamber orchestra series in Salt Lake City and continues to explore new opportunities in both literature and music.