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Barbara Daniels was born on May 15, 1985, in New York City. She grew up in a family of musicians, with her mother being a pianist and her father a cellist. From a young age, Daniels showed a natural talent for music and began taking piano lessons at the age of four. As she grew older, Daniels became more interested in classical music and began studying the violin. She quickly excelled at the instrument and began performing in local orchestras and competitions. By the age of 12, she had won several awards and was invited to perform with the New York Philharmonic. Daniels continued to study the violin throughout her teenage years and eventually attended the Juilliard School in New York City. There, she studied under some of the most renowned violinists in the world and honed her skills as a performer. After graduating from Juilliard, Daniels began performing professionally and quickly gained a reputation as one of the most talented violinists of her generation. She performed with some of the world's most prestigious orchestras, including the Berlin Philharmonic, the London Symphony Orchestra, and the New York Philharmonic. In addition to her work as a soloist, Daniels was also a dedicated chamber musician. She formed a string quartet with three other musicians and together they performed all over the world. The quartet quickly gained a following and was praised for their innovative interpretations of classical works. Throughout her career, Daniels received numerous awards and accolades for her performances. She won the International Violin Competition in Paris in 2005 and was awarded the Avery Fisher Career Grant in 2007. She was also a recipient of the MacArthur Fellowship, which is often referred to as the "genius grant." Despite her success, Daniels remained humble and dedicated to her craft. She continued to practice for hours every day and was always looking for ways to improve her playing. She was known for her intense focus and dedication to the music, and her performances were often described as transcendent. Tragically, Daniels' career was cut short when she was diagnosed with a rare form of cancer in 2012. She underwent treatment and continued to perform whenever she was able, but her health continued to decline. She passed away on June 10, 2014, at the age of 29. Despite her short career, Barbara Daniels left an indelible mark on the world of classical music. Her talent and dedication to the art form inspired countless musicians and her legacy continues to live on through her recordings and the memories of those who were lucky enough to hear her play.

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