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Anthony Pitts is a renowned classical music artist who has made significant contributions to the world of music. Born in 1969 in London, England, Pitts grew up in a family of musicians. His father was a composer, and his mother was a singer, which exposed him to music at an early age. He started playing the piano when he was six years old and later learned to play the guitar and the violin. Pitts attended the Royal Academy of Music in London, where he studied composition and conducting. He also studied at the University of York, where he earned a Ph.D. in musicology. During his studies, he developed a keen interest in early music, which has influenced his work as a composer and conductor. Pitts has had a successful career as a composer, conductor, and performer. He has composed numerous works for choirs, orchestras, and chamber ensembles, which have been performed by leading musicians and ensembles around the world. His compositions are known for their innovative use of medieval and Renaissance music, which he combines with contemporary techniques to create a unique sound. As a conductor, Pitts has worked with some of the world's leading orchestras and choirs, including the BBC Symphony Orchestra, the London Philharmonic Orchestra, and the Choir of King's College, Cambridge. He has also conducted numerous performances of his own compositions, which have received critical acclaim. One of the highlights of Pitts' career was the premiere of his composition "Nesciens Mater" at the BBC Proms in 2010. The piece, which is based on a medieval text, was performed by the BBC Singers and the Academy of Ancient Music, and was broadcast live on BBC Radio 3. The performance was widely praised for its innovative use of medieval music and its contemporary sound. Pitts has also received numerous awards and honors for his work as a composer and conductor. In 2005, he was awarded the Royal Philharmonic Society Composition Prize for his work "Three Reflections." He has also been awarded the British Composer Award and the PRS Foundation New Music Award. In addition to his work as a composer and conductor, Pitts is also a performer. He is a member of the vocal ensemble Tonus Peregrinus, which specializes in early music. The ensemble has performed at leading music festivals around the world and has released several recordings. Pitts is also a respected musicologist and has written extensively on early music. His book "Music Theory and the Exploration of the Past" is considered a seminal work in the field of musicology. In conclusion, Anthony Pitts is a highly respected classical music artist who has made significant contributions to the world of music. His innovative compositions, his work as a conductor, and his performances have earned him critical acclaim and numerous awards. His unique sound, which combines medieval and Renaissance music with contemporary techniques, has made him one of the most exciting and innovative composers of his generation.

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