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Roger Wilkie is a renowned classical music artist who has made a significant contribution to the world of music. He was born on August 22, 1954, in Los Angeles, California, to a family of musicians. His father, John Wilkie, was a violinist, and his mother, Mary Wilkie, was a pianist. Roger grew up in a musical environment and started playing the violin at the age of four. Roger's talent was evident from a young age, and he quickly became a prodigy. He studied under some of the best violin teachers in the world, including Jascha Heifetz, Nathan Milstein, and Dorothy DeLay. He attended the Juilliard School in New York City, where he earned a Bachelor of Music degree. After completing his studies, Roger began his professional career as a violinist. He joined the Los Angeles Philharmonic Orchestra in 1977 and played with them for ten years. During this time, he also performed as a soloist with various orchestras, including the New York Philharmonic, the Boston Symphony Orchestra, and the London Symphony Orchestra. In 1987, Roger left the Los Angeles Philharmonic Orchestra to pursue a solo career. He has since performed as a soloist with many of the world's leading orchestras, including the Berlin Philharmonic, the Vienna Philharmonic, and the Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra. He has also performed in many of the world's most prestigious concert halls, including Carnegie Hall, the Royal Albert Hall, and the Sydney Opera House. Roger has won numerous awards and accolades throughout his career. In 1980, he won the Young Concert Artists International Auditions, which launched his career as a soloist. He has also won the Avery Fisher Career Grant, the Naumburg International Violin Competition, and the Paganini International Violin Competition. In addition to his solo career, Roger is also a sought-after chamber musician. He has performed with many of the world's leading chamber ensembles, including the Emerson String Quartet, the Guarneri String Quartet, and the Tokyo String Quartet. He has also collaborated with many of the world's leading pianists, including Emanuel Ax, Yefim Bronfman, and András Schiff. Roger is also a dedicated teacher and has taught at many of the world's leading music schools, including the Juilliard School, the Curtis Institute of Music, and the Colburn School. He is currently a professor of violin at the Thornton School of Music at the University of Southern California. In addition to his performing and teaching career, Roger is also a passionate advocate for music education. He has worked with many organizations to promote music education and has served on the board of directors of the Los Angeles Philharmonic Association and the Colburn School. In conclusion, Roger Wilkie is a world-renowned classical music artist who has made a significant contribution to the world of music. He is a talented violinist, a dedicated teacher, and a passionate advocate for music education. His performances have captivated audiences around the world, and his contributions to the world of music will be remembered for generations to come.

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