Role

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Conductor  

Birth

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September 30, 1921 in Natal, Brazil

Death

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December 29, 2018 in Guilford, CT

Genre

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Chamber

 

 

Concerto

 

 

Vocal

 

Aldo Parisot is a renowned Brazilian cellist and music educator who has made significant contributions to the world of classical music. He was born on September 30, 1918, in Natal, Brazil, to a family of musicians. His father, Tomazzo Parisot, was a violinist, and his mother, Maria de Lourdes, was a pianist. Parisot began playing the cello at the age of seven and showed exceptional talent from an early age. Parisot's musical education began at the Brazilian Conservatory of Music in Rio de Janeiro, where he studied with Pablo Casals. He later continued his studies in Europe with Gaspar Cassado and Diran Alexanian. In 1946, he won the Geneva International Competition, which launched his international career. Parisot has performed with many of the world's leading orchestras, including the New York Philharmonic, the Boston Symphony Orchestra, and the London Symphony Orchestra. He has also collaborated with renowned conductors such as Leonard Bernstein, Zubin Mehta, and Seiji Ozawa. Parisot's repertoire includes works by Bach, Beethoven, Brahms, and many other classical composers. In addition to his performing career, Parisot has also made significant contributions to music education. He has taught at the Yale School of Music since 1958 and has trained many of today's leading cellists, including Yo-Yo Ma and Jian Wang. Parisot has also written several books on cello technique and interpretation, including "The Cellist's Progress" and "Mastering the Cello." Throughout his career, Parisot has received numerous awards and honors for his contributions to classical music. In 2003, he was awarded the National Medal of Arts by President George W. Bush, the highest honor given to artists by the United States government. He has also been awarded the Order of Cultural Merit by the Brazilian government and the Order of Rio Branco by the Brazilian Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Parisot's legacy in the world of classical music is significant. He has not only been a virtuoso performer but also a dedicated teacher and mentor to generations of cellists. His contributions to cello technique and interpretation have helped to shape the way the instrument is played today. Parisot's passion for music and his commitment to excellence have inspired countless musicians and audiences around the world.

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