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Opera

 

 

Vocal

 

Craig Rutenberg is a renowned classical music artist who has made a significant contribution to the world of music. He was born in New York City in 1958 and grew up in a family that valued music. His father was a jazz pianist, and his mother was a singer, so it was only natural that Craig would develop an interest in music at a young age. Craig began his musical education at the Juilliard School, where he studied piano and voice. He later went on to study at the Manhattan School of Music, where he earned a Bachelor of Music degree in piano performance. He continued his studies at the University of Michigan, where he earned a Master of Music degree in vocal accompanying. After completing his studies, Craig began his career as a pianist and vocal coach. He quickly gained a reputation as a talented musician and was soon in demand as a collaborative pianist. He worked with many renowned singers, including Marilyn Horne, Frederica von Stade, and Kathleen Battle. In 1991, Craig joined the Metropolitan Opera as a staff pianist and vocal coach. He quickly rose through the ranks and was appointed the company's Assistant Conductor in 1995. He went on to become the company's Principal Conductor in 1999, a position he held until 2007. During his time at the Metropolitan Opera, Craig conducted many notable performances, including the world premiere of John Harbison's "The Great Gatsby" and the American premiere of Thomas Ades' "The Tempest." He also conducted productions of "La Boheme," "Carmen," and "Don Giovanni," among others. In addition to his work at the Metropolitan Opera, Craig has also worked with many other opera companies and orchestras. He has conducted productions at the San Francisco Opera, the Lyric Opera of Chicago, and the Houston Grand Opera, among others. He has also conducted orchestras such as the New York Philharmonic, the Chicago Symphony Orchestra, and the Los Angeles Philharmonic. Craig has received many awards and honors throughout his career. In 1999, he was awarded the Richard Tucker Award, which is given annually to an outstanding American opera singer. He was also awarded the Samuel Barber Rome Prize in 2003, which allowed him to spend a year in Rome studying and composing music. In addition to his work as a conductor, Craig is also a composer and arranger. He has written several operas, including "The Picture of Dorian Gray" and "The Harlot's Progress." He has also arranged many works for piano and voice, including songs by George Gershwin and Cole Porter. Craig is known for his musical sensitivity and his ability to bring out the best in the singers and musicians he works with. He is highly respected in the classical music world and is considered one of the leading conductors of his generation. His contributions to the world of music have been significant, and his legacy will continue to inspire future generations of musicians.

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