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Evelyn Nallen is a renowned classical music artist who has made a significant contribution to the world of music. Born in London, England, in 1958, Nallen grew up in a family of musicians. Her father was a jazz pianist, and her mother was a classical pianist. From a young age, Nallen showed a keen interest in music and began playing the recorder at the age of six. Nallen's talent for music was evident from an early age, and she quickly became a proficient recorder player. She went on to study at the Royal College of Music in London, where she honed her skills and developed her unique style. Nallen's love for music led her to explore different genres, including jazz, folk, and world music. Throughout her career, Nallen has performed in some of the world's most prestigious venues, including the Royal Albert Hall, the Barbican Centre, and the Wigmore Hall. She has also performed at numerous festivals, including the Edinburgh Festival, the Bath Festival, and the Aldeburgh Festival. One of Nallen's most significant achievements was her performance at the BBC Proms in 1995. The Proms is an annual music festival held in London, and it is one of the most prestigious classical music events in the world. Nallen's performance was widely acclaimed, and it helped to establish her as one of the leading recorder players of her generation. Nallen has also received numerous awards and accolades throughout her career. In 1992, she was awarded the prestigious Churchill Fellowship, which allowed her to travel to India to study Indian classical music. She has also been awarded the Arts Council of England's Music Fellowship and the Royal Philharmonic Society's Instrumentalist Award. In addition to her performances, Nallen is also a respected music educator. She has taught at the Royal College of Music, the Guildhall School of Music and Drama, and the Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama. She has also written several books on music, including "The Recorder Player's Handbook" and "The Baroque Recorder." Nallen's unique style of playing the recorder has been praised by critics and audiences alike. She has a distinctive sound that is both powerful and delicate, and she is known for her ability to bring out the emotional depth of the music she plays. Her repertoire includes works from the Baroque, Classical, and Romantic periods, as well as contemporary music. Nallen's passion for music has led her to collaborate with a wide range of musicians from different genres. She has worked with jazz musicians such as John Etheridge and Andy Sheppard, as well as folk musicians such as Martin Carthy and John Kirkpatrick. She has also collaborated with world music artists such as the Indian classical musician Hariprasad Chaurasia and the Senegalese kora player Toumani Diabaté. In recent years, Nallen has continued to perform and record music. She has released several albums, including "The Baroque Recorder," "The Recorder in the 21st Century," and "The Recorder and the Flute." She has also performed with the London Symphony Orchestra, the English Chamber Orchestra, and the Academy of Ancient Music. Nallen's contribution to the world of music has been significant, and she has inspired countless musicians and music lovers around the world. Her unique style of playing the recorder has helped to elevate the instrument to new heights, and her passion for music has been a source of inspiration for many.

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