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Boris Blinder was a renowned classical music artist who was born on August 15, 1939, in Moscow, Russia. He was born into a family of musicians, and his father was a well-known violinist. Boris showed an interest in music from a young age and began playing the violin at the age of six. Boris received his early musical education at the Central Music School in Moscow, where he studied under the guidance of some of the most prominent violin teachers in the country. He later went on to study at the Moscow Conservatory, where he was a student of the legendary violinist David Oistrakh. Boris Blinder's talent as a violinist was evident from an early age, and he quickly gained recognition for his exceptional skills. He won his first major competition at the age of 16, when he was awarded first prize at the All-Union Competition for Young Musicians. Throughout his career, Boris Blinder performed with some of the most prestigious orchestras in the world, including the Moscow Philharmonic Orchestra, the London Symphony Orchestra, and the New York Philharmonic. He also collaborated with many renowned conductors, such as Leonard Bernstein, Herbert von Karajan, and Claudio Abbado. One of the highlights of Boris Blinder's career was his performance of Tchaikovsky's Violin Concerto with the Moscow Philharmonic Orchestra in 1962. This performance was widely acclaimed, and it helped to establish Boris as one of the leading violinists of his generation. Boris Blinder was also a prolific recording artist, and he made many recordings throughout his career. Some of his most notable recordings include his performances of the violin concertos of Tchaikovsky, Brahms, and Sibelius. In addition to his performing career, Boris Blinder was also a respected teacher. He taught at the Moscow Conservatory for many years, and he also gave masterclasses around the world. Many of his students went on to have successful careers as violinists. Boris Blinder received many awards and honors throughout his career, including the Order of Merit for the Fatherland, which is one of the highest honors that can be bestowed upon a Russian citizen. He was also awarded the title of People's Artist of the USSR, which is a prestigious title that is given to individuals who have made significant contributions to the arts. Sadly, Boris Blinder passed away on December 3, 1998, at the age of 59. However, his legacy as one of the greatest violinists of the 20th century lives on. His recordings continue to be admired by music lovers around the world, and his influence as a teacher can still be felt in the many violinists who were fortunate enough to study under him.

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