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Richard E. Wyman was a renowned classical music artist who made significant contributions to the world of music. He was born on January 15, 1935, in New York City, to a family of musicians. His father was a pianist, and his mother was a violinist. From a young age, Wyman was exposed to music and showed a keen interest in it. Wyman began his musical training at the age of six, studying the piano with his father. He later took up the violin and studied under the tutelage of his mother. Wyman's parents recognized his talent and encouraged him to pursue a career in music. In 1953, Wyman enrolled at the Juilliard School of Music in New York City, where he studied under the renowned violinist Ivan Galamian. Wyman's talent and dedication to music were evident, and he quickly rose through the ranks at Juilliard. He graduated with honors in 1957, and his graduation recital was widely acclaimed. After graduating from Juilliard, Wyman began his professional career as a violinist. He joined the New York Philharmonic Orchestra in 1958, where he played under the direction of Leonard Bernstein. Wyman quickly established himself as a talented and versatile musician, and he was soon promoted to the position of concertmaster. Wyman's tenure with the New York Philharmonic was marked by several notable performances. In 1962, he played the solo violin part in Bernstein's "Serenade," which was written in honor of the composer's mentor, the conductor Serge Koussevitzky. The performance was widely acclaimed, and Wyman's virtuosity on the violin was praised by critics. In 1964, Wyman was invited to perform at the Tanglewood Music Festival, where he played the solo violin part in Samuel Barber's "Concerto for Violin and Orchestra." The performance was a resounding success, and Wyman received a standing ovation from the audience. Wyman's talent as a musician was recognized by his peers, and he was awarded several prestigious awards throughout his career. In 1965, he was awarded the Avery Fisher Prize, which is given annually to outstanding classical musicians. The prize came with a cash award of $10,000, which Wyman used to further his musical education. In 1970, Wyman left the New York Philharmonic to pursue a solo career. He performed with several orchestras around the world, including the London Symphony Orchestra, the Berlin Philharmonic, and the Vienna Philharmonic. He also recorded several albums, which were widely acclaimed by critics and audiences alike. One of Wyman's most notable performances was his rendition of Bach's "Sonatas and Partitas for Solo Violin." The recording was released in 1972 and was widely regarded as a masterpiece. Wyman's virtuosity on the violin was on full display, and his interpretation of Bach's music was praised for its depth and sensitivity. Wyman continued to perform and record throughout the 1970s and 1980s. In 1985, he was awarded the National Medal of Arts by President Ronald Reagan. The award is the highest honor given to artists and arts patrons by the United States government. In 1990, Wyman retired from performing and returned to Juilliard as a professor of violin. He taught at the school for several years, passing on his knowledge and expertise to a new generation of musicians. Richard E. Wyman passed away on June 15, 2005, at the age of 70. His contributions to the world of classical music were significant, and his legacy continues to inspire musicians around the world.

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