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Robert Schulz is a renowned classical music artist who has made a significant contribution to the world of percussion. He was born on August 22, 1969, in the city of Chicago, Illinois, in the United States of America. Schulz grew up in a family that was passionate about music, and he was exposed to various genres of music from a young age. His father was a jazz musician, and his mother was a classical pianist. Schulz's parents encouraged him to pursue his passion for music, and he began playing the drums at the age of six. Schulz's talent for percussion was evident from a young age, and he quickly became a sought-after musician in his local community. He attended the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, where he earned a Bachelor of Music degree in Percussion Performance. Schulz continued his education at the University of Michigan, where he earned a Master of Music degree in Percussion Performance. After completing his education, Schulz began his professional career as a percussionist. He quickly gained a reputation as a skilled and versatile musician, and he was invited to perform with some of the most prestigious orchestras in the world. Schulz has performed with the Chicago Symphony Orchestra, the New York Philharmonic, the Boston Symphony Orchestra, and the London Symphony Orchestra, among others. One of Schulz's most significant achievements was his appointment as the principal percussionist of the Chicago Symphony Orchestra in 1995. This was a highly coveted position, and Schulz was only the fourth person to hold this position in the orchestra's history. Schulz held this position for 23 years, and during his tenure, he played a crucial role in shaping the orchestra's sound and reputation. Schulz's performances have been praised for their technical precision, musicality, and emotional depth. He has been described as a "master of his craft" and a "virtuoso percussionist." Schulz's repertoire includes a wide range of classical music, from Baroque to contemporary, and he has collaborated with some of the most celebrated conductors and composers of our time. In addition to his work as a performer, Schulz is also a dedicated educator. He has taught at the University of Michigan, the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, and the Chicago College of Performing Arts at Roosevelt University. Schulz is known for his commitment to mentoring young musicians and helping them develop their skills and talents. Schulz has received numerous awards and honors throughout his career. In 1999, he was awarded the Avery Fisher Career Grant, which is one of the most prestigious awards in classical music. The grant is awarded to exceptional young musicians who show great promise for a significant career in music. Schulz was also awarded the Percussive Arts Society's Lifetime Achievement Award in 2018, in recognition of his contributions to the field of percussion. Schulz's recordings have also received critical acclaim. He has recorded with the Chicago Symphony Orchestra, the New York Philharmonic, and the London Symphony Orchestra, among others. His recordings have been praised for their technical excellence and musicality, and they have won several awards, including a Grammy Award for Best Orchestral Performance in 2011. In addition to his work as a performer and educator, Schulz is also a philanthropist.

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