Violinist Nigel Kennedy reveals partial deafness after Covid vaccine but regains hearing for upcoming concert

Violinist Nigel Kennedy reported experiencing partial deafness for three months after receiving his third Covid vaccine in 2021. He also suffered from extreme fatigue during this time, which affected his ability to perform. Kennedy trained himself to regain his hearing, focusing on the nuances of music. He believes his intonation has improved since then. He chose to keep his hearing loss private until he felt confident in his performance. He will perform at a concert in January, themed around peace and collaboration. Kennedy emphasized the importance of unity in addressing societal issues through music.