John Rockwell is a renowned classical music artist who has made significant contributions to the world of music. Born on December 22, 1940, in New York City, Rockwell grew up in a family that valued music and the arts. His father was a composer, and his mother was a pianist, which exposed him to music at an early age. Rockwell's interest in music grew as he got older, and he began to take piano lessons. He attended Harvard University, where he studied music and literature. After graduating, he worked as a music critic for The New York Times, where he wrote about classical music, jazz, and rock music. Rockwell's career as a music critic spanned over three decades, during which he became one of the most respected and influential music critics in the world. He was known for his insightful and thoughtful reviews, which helped to shape the way people thought about music. In addition to his work as a music critic, Rockwell was also a writer and editor. He wrote several books on music, including "All American Music," "Sinatra: An American Classic," and "The Classical Style: Haydn, Mozart, Beethoven." He also edited "The Grove Dictionary of American Music," which is considered to be one of the most comprehensive references on American music. Rockwell's contributions to the world of music were recognized with several awards and honors. In 1986, he was awarded the Deems Taylor Award for his book "All American Music." In 1991, he was awarded the ASCAP Deems Taylor Award for his book "Sinatra: An American Classic." In 1998, he was awarded the National Book Critics Circle Award for his book "The Classical Style: Haydn, Mozart, Beethoven." Rockwell's career as a music critic came to an end in 2006 when he retired from The New York Times. However, he continued to be involved in the world of music, serving as a consultant and advisor to several music organizations. Throughout his career, Rockwell was known for his passion for music and his dedication to promoting and preserving the art form. He was a champion of new music and was always on the lookout for emerging talent. His contributions to the world of music will be remembered for years to come.

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