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Herman Clebanoff was a renowned classical music artist who made a significant contribution to the world of music. He was born on August 2, 1917, in Chicago, Illinois, to a family of musicians. His father, Jacob Clebanoff, was a violinist, and his mother, Rose Clebanoff, was a pianist. Herman grew up in a musical environment and started playing the violin at a young age. Herman's talent was evident from an early age, and he quickly became a prodigy. He received his formal training at the Chicago Musical College, where he studied under the tutelage of renowned violinist, Leon Sametini. Herman's exceptional talent and hard work paid off, and he graduated with honors. After completing his studies, Herman began his professional career as a violinist. He joined the Chicago Symphony Orchestra and played with them for several years. During this time, he also performed with other orchestras and ensembles, including the NBC Symphony Orchestra and the New York Philharmonic. In 1947, Herman formed his own orchestra, the Clebanoff Strings. The orchestra consisted of some of the finest musicians in the country, and they quickly gained a reputation for their exceptional performances. The Clebanoff Strings became one of the most sought-after orchestras in the country, and they performed at some of the most prestigious venues, including Carnegie Hall and the Hollywood Bowl. Herman's exceptional talent as a violinist and conductor was recognized by many, and he received numerous awards and accolades throughout his career. In 1954, he was awarded the prestigious Grammy Award for Best Performance by an Orchestra for their album, "Strings Afire." The album featured some of the most popular classical pieces, including Tchaikovsky's "1812 Overture" and Rimsky-Korsakov's "Flight of the Bumblebee." Herman's success with the Clebanoff Strings continued throughout the 1950s and 1960s. They released several albums, including "Music from the Great Motion Pictures," which featured some of the most popular movie themes of the time. The album was a huge success and helped to cement Herman's reputation as one of the finest conductors of his time. In addition to his work with the Clebanoff Strings, Herman also worked as a conductor for several other orchestras. He conducted the London Symphony Orchestra, the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, and the Boston Pops Orchestra, among others. His exceptional talent and reputation as a conductor made him one of the most sought-after conductors in the world. Herman's career continued to flourish throughout the 1970s and 1980s. He continued to perform and record with the Clebanoff Strings, and he also worked as a conductor for several other orchestras. In 1987, he was awarded the National Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences Lifetime Achievement Award for his contribution to the world of music. Herman Clebanoff passed away on March 27, 2004, at the age of 86. He left behind a legacy of exceptional music and a reputation as one of the finest conductors of his time. His contribution to the world of classical music will always be remembered, and his music will continue to inspire generations to come.

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