Hoffman says today nearly every classical violinist plays a few of Kreisler's whimsical pieces.

NPR: Heifetz and Kreisler: Setting Standards for the Violin

Kreisler became one of the most beloved musicians of his generation, known for his sense of humor.

NPR: Heifetz and Kreisler: Setting Standards for the Violin

Jascha Heifetz and Fritz Kreisler were both born on Feb. 2 Kreisler in 1875 and Heifetz in 1901.

NPR: Heifetz and Kreisler: Setting Standards for the Violin

But GreenShift's chairman and controlling shareholder, Kevin Kreisler, has dreams, and the algae venture is just one of them.

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Hoffman says that Kreisler's trademark was sweetness, warmth and humanity.

NPR: Heifetz and Kreisler: Setting Standards for the Violin