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Carmit Zori is a renowned classical music artist who has made a name for herself as a violinist, chamber musician, and educator. Born in Israel in 1961, Zori began playing the violin at the age of six and quickly showed a natural talent for the instrument. She went on to study at the Rubin Academy of Music in Tel Aviv, where she received her Bachelor of Music degree with honors. After completing her studies in Israel, Zori moved to the United States to continue her education at the Juilliard School in New York City. There, she studied with renowned violinist Dorothy DeLay and earned her Master of Music degree. Zori also had the opportunity to work with other notable musicians, including Itzhak Perlman and Pinchas Zukerman. Zori's career as a professional musician began in the early 1980s, when she joined the New York Philharmonic as a member of the first violin section. She remained with the orchestra for several years before deciding to focus on chamber music and solo performances. Zori has since performed with many of the world's leading orchestras, including the Boston Symphony Orchestra, the Chicago Symphony Orchestra, and the London Symphony Orchestra. One of the highlights of Zori's career was her performance at the 1994 Grammy Awards ceremony, where she played as part of a tribute to the legendary composer and conductor Leonard Bernstein. Zori has also been a frequent guest artist at music festivals around the world, including the Marlboro Music Festival, the Santa Fe Chamber Music Festival, and the Seattle Chamber Music Festival. In addition to her work as a performer, Zori is also a dedicated educator. She has taught at several prestigious institutions, including the Juilliard School, the Manhattan School of Music, and the New England Conservatory of Music. Zori is currently a professor of violin at the Indiana University Jacobs School of Music. Throughout her career, Zori has received numerous awards and honors for her contributions to the world of classical music. In 1990, she was awarded the Avery Fisher Career Grant, which recognizes outstanding young musicians who show exceptional promise for a career in classical music. Zori has also been a recipient of the National Endowment for the Arts Solo Recitalist Grant and the Chamber Music America Residency Partnership Grant. Zori's recordings have also received critical acclaim. Her album of Mozart's violin concertos, recorded with the Salzburg Chamber Orchestra, was praised by critics for its "graceful and elegant" interpretation of the composer's work. Zori has also recorded works by other composers, including Beethoven, Brahms, and Schubert. In addition to her work as a performer and educator, Zori is also a dedicated advocate for the arts. She has served on the boards of several organizations, including the Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center and the American String Teachers Association. Zori is also a member of the advisory board for the Sphinx Organization, which works to promote diversity in classical music. In conclusion, Carmit Zori is a highly accomplished classical music artist who has made significant contributions to the world of music as a performer, educator, and advocate. Her natural talent and dedication to her craft have earned her numerous awards and accolades, and her recordings and performances continue to inspire audiences around the world.

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