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Keith McGowan is a renowned classical music artist who has made a significant impact in the music industry. He was born on May 12, 1985, in London, England, to a family of musicians. His father was a pianist, and his mother was a violinist. From a young age, Keith was exposed to classical music and developed a passion for it. Keith began his music education at the age of five when he started learning the piano. He showed exceptional talent and quickly progressed to more advanced pieces. At the age of eight, he started learning the violin, which became his primary instrument. He continued to excel in both instruments and was soon performing in local concerts and competitions. In 1997, Keith was accepted into the prestigious Yehudi Menuhin School in Surrey, England. The school is renowned for its exceptional music education and has produced many world-class musicians. Keith studied under the guidance of some of the best music teachers in the world and honed his skills as a violinist. After completing his studies at the Yehudi Menuhin School, Keith went on to study at the Royal Academy of Music in London. He graduated with a Bachelor of Music degree in 2006 and a Master of Music degree in 2008. During his time at the Royal Academy of Music, Keith won several awards and scholarships, including the prestigious Queen Elizabeth the Queen Mother Scholarship. Keith's talent as a violinist was recognized early on in his career, and he was invited to perform with some of the world's leading orchestras. In 2007, he made his debut with the London Symphony Orchestra, performing the Brahms Violin Concerto. The performance was a huge success, and Keith received critical acclaim for his virtuosity and musicality. Since then, Keith has performed with many other leading orchestras, including the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, the BBC Symphony Orchestra, and the New York Philharmonic. He has also performed in some of the world's most prestigious concert halls, including Carnegie Hall in New York, the Royal Albert Hall in London, and the Berlin Philharmonic. Keith's repertoire is vast and includes works by some of the greatest composers in history, such as Bach, Beethoven, Mozart, and Tchaikovsky. He is particularly known for his interpretations of the works of Brahms and Sibelius, and has recorded several albums of their music. In addition to his performances as a soloist, Keith is also a dedicated chamber musician. He has performed with some of the world's leading chamber ensembles, including the Emerson String Quartet and the Guarneri Quartet. He is also a member of the London Chamber Orchestra and has performed with them on many occasions. Keith's talent as a musician has been recognized with numerous awards and accolades. In 2010, he was awarded the prestigious Avery Fisher Career Grant, which is given to outstanding young musicians who show exceptional promise. He was also awarded the Borletti-Buitoni Trust Fellowship in 2012, which is given to musicians who show exceptional talent and potential. Keith is also a dedicated music educator and is passionate about passing on his knowledge and skills to the next generation of musicians. He has taught at several music schools and universities, including the Royal Academy of Music and the Juilliard School in New York. In conclusion, Keith McGowan is a world-class classical music artist who has made a significant impact in the music industry.

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