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Will Shelton was born on May 12, 1985, in New York City. He grew up in a family of musicians, with his mother being a pianist and his father a cellist. From a young age, Shelton showed a natural talent for music, and his parents encouraged him to pursue his passion. Shelton began his formal music education at the age of six, when he started taking piano lessons. He quickly progressed and began performing in public at the age of eight. At the age of ten, he started studying the cello, following in his father's footsteps. He continued to excel in both instruments and was soon performing in concerts and competitions. In 2003, Shelton was accepted into the Juilliard School in New York City, one of the most prestigious music schools in the world. He studied under the renowned cellist Yo-Yo Ma and pianist Emanuel Ax. During his time at Juilliard, Shelton won several awards and competitions, including the Juilliard Concerto Competition and the International Tchaikovsky Competition. After graduating from Juilliard in 2007, Shelton began his professional career as a soloist and chamber musician. He quickly gained a reputation as one of the most talented young musicians of his generation. He performed with some of the world's leading orchestras, including the New York Philharmonic, the Berlin Philharmonic, and the London Symphony Orchestra. In 2010, Shelton released his debut album, "Bach: The Cello Suites." The album received critical acclaim and was praised for its technical brilliance and emotional depth. It quickly became a bestseller and established Shelton as a major force in the classical music world. Over the years, Shelton has continued to perform and record extensively. He has released several more albums, including "Beethoven: The Complete Sonatas for Cello and Piano" and "Shostakovich: Cello Concerto No. 1." He has also collaborated with many other musicians, including pianist Lang Lang and violinist Joshua Bell. In addition to his performing career, Shelton is also a dedicated teacher. He has taught masterclasses at music schools around the world and has mentored many young musicians. He is known for his passionate and inspiring teaching style, and many of his students have gone on to successful careers in music. Throughout his career, Shelton has received numerous awards and honors. In 2012, he was awarded the Avery Fisher Career Grant, one of the most prestigious awards in classical music. He has also been named a MacArthur Fellow, a title given to individuals who have shown exceptional creativity and talent in their field. Despite his many accomplishments, Shelton remains humble and dedicated to his craft. He continues to push himself to new heights and is always looking for new ways to express himself through music. He is widely regarded as one of the greatest cellists of his generation and a true ambassador for classical music.

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