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Composer  

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November 4, 1961 in Woking, Surrey, England

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Chamber

 

 

Choral

 

Jonathan Freeman-Attwood is a renowned classical music artist who has made significant contributions to the world of music as a trumpeter, conductor, and academic. Born in 1961 in London, England, Freeman-Attwood showed an early interest in music and began playing the trumpet at the age of nine. He went on to study at the Royal Academy of Music in London, where he received his Bachelor of Music degree with first-class honors. After completing his studies, Freeman-Attwood began his career as a professional trumpeter, performing with some of the world's leading orchestras and ensembles. He quickly gained a reputation as a virtuoso performer, known for his technical skill and expressive playing. In 1986, he was appointed principal trumpet of the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, a position he held for six years. During his time with the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, Freeman-Attwood also began to establish himself as a soloist, performing with orchestras and ensembles around the world. He made his debut at the BBC Proms in 1988, performing the Haydn Trumpet Concerto with the English Chamber Orchestra. This performance was widely praised, and Freeman-Attwood was hailed as one of the most promising young soloists of his generation. In the years that followed, Freeman-Attwood continued to build his reputation as a soloist, performing with orchestras such as the London Symphony Orchestra, the Philharmonia Orchestra, and the Academy of St Martin in the Fields. He also began to explore other areas of music, including conducting and teaching. In 1997, Freeman-Attwood was appointed the principal of the Royal Academy of Music, a position he held for 12 years. During his tenure, he oversaw significant changes to the curriculum and facilities, and helped to establish the academy as one of the leading music schools in the world. He also continued to perform and record as a soloist, releasing several critically acclaimed albums. In addition to his work as a performer and educator, Freeman-Attwood has also made significant contributions to the field of musicology. He has written extensively on the history and performance of the trumpet, and has edited several important collections of music. He has also served as a judge for several international music competitions, including the BBC Young Musician of the Year. Throughout his career, Freeman-Attwood has received numerous awards and honors for his contributions to music. In 2001, he was awarded the Order of the British Empire for his services to music. He has also been awarded honorary doctorates from several universities, including the University of London and the University of Birmingham. Today, Freeman-Attwood continues to perform, teach, and write about music. He is a professor of trumpet at the Royal Academy of Music, and is in demand as a guest conductor and soloist around the world. His contributions to the world of music have been significant, and he remains one of the most respected and admired classical music artists of his generation.

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