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1959 in Hamar, Norway

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Lars Anders Tomter is a renowned Norwegian violist who has made a significant contribution to the world of classical music. Born on August 27, 1960, in Hamar, Norway, Tomter grew up in a family of musicians. His father was a violinist, and his mother was a pianist. Tomter started playing the violin at the age of six, but he switched to the viola when he was 14 years old. Tomter's musical education began at the Barratt Due Institute of Music in Oslo, where he studied with Leif Jørgensen. He later continued his studies at the Conservatoire de Musique de Genève in Switzerland with Bruno Giuranna. Tomter's talent was evident from an early age, and he quickly established himself as a promising young musician. In 1986, Tomter won the prestigious Lionel Tertis International Viola Competition, which marked the beginning of his international career. He has since performed with some of the world's leading orchestras, including the Berlin Philharmonic, the London Symphony Orchestra, and the New York Philharmonic. Tomter has also collaborated with many renowned conductors, such as Mariss Jansons, Sir Simon Rattle, and Esa-Pekka Salonen. Tomter's repertoire is vast and includes works by composers such as Bach, Mozart, Beethoven, Brahms, and Shostakovich. He is particularly known for his interpretations of the music of Norwegian composer Edvard Grieg. Tomter has recorded several albums, including Grieg's complete works for viola and piano, which received critical acclaim. In addition to his performing career, Tomter is also a respected teacher. He has taught at the Barratt Due Institute of Music in Oslo and the Hochschule für Musik Hanns Eisler in Berlin. Tomter is also a frequent guest lecturer at universities and music schools around the world. Tomter has received numerous awards and honors throughout his career. In 1997, he was awarded the Sibelius Prize by the Finnish government for his contribution to the promotion of Finnish music. In 2000, he was awarded the Grieg Prize by the Norwegian government for his interpretation of Grieg's music. Tomter was also awarded the prestigious Statoil Scholarship in 2002, which is given to Norwegian artists who have made a significant contribution to their field. Tomter's performances are known for their emotional depth and technical brilliance. He has been praised for his ability to convey the essence of a piece of music and for his impeccable technique. Tomter's passion for music is evident in every performance, and he continues to inspire audiences around the world with his artistry.

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