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Ian Porthouse is a renowned classical music artist who has made a significant contribution to the world of brass music. Born in Wales in 1971, Porthouse grew up in a musical family and began playing the cornet at the age of six. He quickly showed a natural talent for the instrument and began performing in local brass bands. Porthouse's talent was recognized early on, and he was awarded a scholarship to study at the Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama. There, he studied under the tutelage of some of the most respected brass musicians in the world, including James Watson and David Childs. After completing his studies, Porthouse began his professional career as a cornet player with the Black Dyke Band, one of the most prestigious brass bands in the world. He quickly established himself as a leading performer, and his virtuosic playing and musicality earned him a reputation as one of the finest cornet players of his generation. Over the years, Porthouse has performed with many of the world's leading orchestras and ensembles, including the London Symphony Orchestra, the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, and the BBC National Orchestra of Wales. He has also been a featured soloist at many of the world's most prestigious music festivals, including the Edinburgh International Festival and the BBC Proms. In addition to his work as a performer, Porthouse is also a respected conductor and educator. He has conducted many of the world's leading brass bands, including the Black Dyke Band, the Cory Band, and the Foden's Band. He is also a sought-after teacher and has taught at some of the world's leading music schools, including the Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama and the Royal Northern College of Music. Throughout his career, Porthouse has received numerous awards and accolades for his contributions to the world of classical music. In 2002, he was awarded the prestigious British Bandsman Soloist of the Year award, and in 2005, he was named the Welsh Musician of the Year. He has also been awarded the International Trumpet Guild's Award of Merit and the Brass Band World Soloist of the Year award. Despite his many accomplishments, Porthouse remains humble and dedicated to his craft. He continues to perform, conduct, and teach, and his passion for music is evident in everything he does. His contributions to the world of classical music have been significant, and he is widely regarded as one of the finest brass musicians of his generation.

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