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Wolfgang David is a renowned classical music artist who has made a name for himself as a violinist. He was born on October 16, 1970, in Salzburg, Austria. From a young age, David showed a keen interest in music, and his parents encouraged him to pursue his passion. He began playing the violin at the age of six and quickly showed a natural talent for the instrument. David's early musical education was under the tutelage of his father, who was a violinist himself. He later went on to study at the Mozarteum University of Salzburg, where he received his diploma with distinction. He then continued his studies at the University of Music and Performing Arts in Vienna, where he earned his master's degree. David's talent as a violinist was recognized early on in his career. In 1993, he won the first prize at the International Violin Competition in Kloster Schöntal, Germany. This was followed by a series of other awards, including the first prize at the International Violin Competition in Belgrade, Serbia, in 1994, and the first prize at the International Violin Competition in Buenos Aires, Argentina, in 1995. David's career as a soloist began to take off in the late 1990s. He made his debut with the Vienna Symphony Orchestra in 1997, performing the Beethoven Violin Concerto. This was followed by performances with other major orchestras, including the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, the Moscow Philharmonic Orchestra, and the Czech Philharmonic Orchestra. One of the highlights of David's career came in 2001 when he performed the world premiere of the Violin Concerto by the Austrian composer Kurt Schwertsik. The performance was a great success, and David received critical acclaim for his interpretation of the piece. David has also made a name for himself as a chamber musician. He has performed with some of the world's leading chamber ensembles, including the Amadeus Quartet, the Alban Berg Quartet, and the Hagen Quartet. He has also collaborated with other soloists, including pianist Martin Stadtfeld and cellist Raphael Wallfisch. In addition to his performances, David is also a dedicated teacher. He has taught at the University of Music and Performing Arts in Vienna and the Mozarteum University of Salzburg. He has also given masterclasses around the world, including in the United States, Japan, and South Korea. David's recordings have received critical acclaim and have won several awards. His recording of the complete works for violin and piano by Franz Schubert, with pianist David Gompper, was awarded the Diapason d'Or in 2005. His recording of the complete works for violin and piano by Robert Schumann, with pianist David Gompper, was also highly praised. David's playing is characterized by his technical brilliance and his ability to convey the emotional depth of the music he performs. He is known for his interpretations of the works of the Viennese classical composers, including Mozart, Beethoven, and Schubert. He is also a champion of contemporary music and has premiered works by several contemporary composers. In addition to his musical career, David is also a dedicated philanthropist. He is the founder of the Wolfgang David Scholarship, which provides financial support to young musicians who are studying at the Mozarteum University of Salzburg. In conclusion, Wolfgang David is a highly accomplished classical music artist who has made a significant contribution to the world of music.

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