Birth

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October 11, 1956

Genre

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Concerto

 

 

Symphony

 

Dene Olding is a renowned Australian violinist who has made a significant contribution to the classical music scene in Australia and around the world. Born on 29th May 1947 in Sydney, Australia, Olding grew up in a family of musicians. His father was a violinist, and his mother was a pianist. Olding started playing the violin at the age of six and showed exceptional talent from an early age. Olding's musical education began at the Sydney Conservatorium of Music, where he studied under the guidance of John Painter. He later went on to study at the Juilliard School in New York, where he was a student of Ivan Galamian. Olding's time at Juilliard was a turning point in his career, as he was exposed to a wide range of musical styles and techniques. Olding's professional career began in 1970 when he joined the Sydney Symphony Orchestra as a first violinist. He quickly rose through the ranks and became the orchestra's concertmaster in 1984. Olding's tenure as concertmaster was marked by his exceptional leadership skills and his ability to bring out the best in his fellow musicians. In addition to his work with the Sydney Symphony Orchestra, Olding has also performed as a soloist with many of the world's leading orchestras. He has collaborated with conductors such as Sir Simon Rattle, Sir Charles Mackerras, and Vladimir Ashkenazy. Olding's performances have been praised for their technical brilliance and emotional depth. One of Olding's most significant achievements was his performance of the complete Beethoven violin sonatas with pianist Max Olding (no relation) in 1995. The performance was a critical and commercial success and was hailed as a landmark event in Australian music history. Olding's interpretation of the Beethoven sonatas was praised for its sensitivity and musicality. Olding has also been a champion of contemporary music and has premiered many new works by Australian composers. He has worked closely with composers such as Peter Sculthorpe, Ross Edwards, and Brett Dean, and has been instrumental in bringing their music to a wider audience. Olding's contributions to the Australian music scene have been recognized with numerous awards and honors. In 1991, he was awarded the Order of Australia for his services to music. He has also been awarded the Centenary Medal and the Australian Music Centre's Distinguished Services to Australian Music Award. In addition to his work as a performer, Olding has also been a dedicated teacher. He has taught at the Sydney Conservatorium of Music and has mentored many young musicians who have gone on to successful careers in music. Olding's legacy as a musician and educator is a testament to his passion for music and his commitment to excellence. His contributions to the Australian music scene have been immeasurable, and his influence will continue to be felt for generations to come.

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