Period

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Romantic

 

 

Modern

Genre

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Chamber

 

Roger Tapping is a renowned classical music artist who has made a significant contribution to the world of music as a violist, chamber musician, and teacher. Born in England in 1955, Tapping grew up in a family of musicians and was exposed to music from a young age. His father was a professional violinist, and his mother was a pianist. Tapping started playing the violin at the age of six, but he switched to the viola when he was 14 years old. Tapping studied at the Royal College of Music in London, where he received his Bachelor of Music degree. He then went on to study at the Juilliard School in New York, where he earned his Master of Music degree. Tapping's teachers included Margaret Major, William Primrose, and Michael Tree, all of whom were renowned violists. After completing his studies, Tapping joined the London Symphony Orchestra as a violist. He played with the orchestra for six years before joining the Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center in New York in 1982. Tapping was a member of the Chamber Music Society for 23 years, during which time he performed in numerous concerts and made several recordings. Tapping has also been a member of the Takács Quartet since 2012. The Takács Quartet is a renowned string quartet that has won numerous awards and accolades. Tapping has performed with the quartet in concerts all over the world and has recorded several albums with them. Tapping is also a highly respected teacher and has taught at several prestigious institutions, including the Juilliard School, the New England Conservatory of Music, and the Royal Academy of Music in London. He is currently a professor of viola at the New England Conservatory of Music. Throughout his career, Tapping has received numerous awards and accolades for his contributions to the world of music. In 1997, he was awarded the Avery Fisher Career Grant, which is given to outstanding young musicians who show great potential for a successful career in music. Tapping was also awarded the Order of the British Empire in 2014 for his services to music. Tapping's performances are known for their technical brilliance and emotional depth. He has a unique ability to bring out the beauty and complexity of the music he plays, and his performances are always highly anticipated by audiences and critics alike. In addition to his work as a performer and teacher, Tapping is also a composer. He has written several pieces for viola, including a concerto that was premiered by the Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center in 2005. Overall, Roger Tapping is a highly respected and accomplished musician who has made a significant contribution to the world of classical music. His performances, compositions, and teaching have inspired countless musicians and music lovers around the world, and his legacy will continue to be felt for many years to come.

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