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Margaret Little is a renowned classical music artist who has made a significant contribution to the world of music. She was born on December 16, 1958, in Montreal, Canada. From a young age, Margaret showed a keen interest in music and began playing the recorder at the age of six. She went on to study music at the Conservatoire de musique du Québec à Montréal, where she received her diploma in recorder performance. After completing her studies, Margaret began performing professionally and quickly gained recognition for her exceptional talent. She became a member of the Ensemble Claude-Gervaise, a group that specialized in early music, and performed with them for several years. Margaret also performed with other early music ensembles, including Les Voix Humaines and La Nef. In addition to her work as a performer, Margaret also became a respected teacher and mentor. She taught at the Conservatoire de musique du Québec à Montréal and the Université de Montréal, where she helped to train the next generation of musicians. Margaret's career reached new heights in 1990 when she founded the ensemble Constantinople with Kiya Tabassian. The group specialized in music from the Middle East and Europe and quickly gained a reputation for their innovative and captivating performances. Margaret played a key role in the ensemble, serving as both a performer and artistic director. Over the years, Margaret has performed at some of the world's most prestigious venues, including Carnegie Hall in New York, the Royal Albert Hall in London, and the Sydney Opera House in Australia. She has also collaborated with many of the world's leading musicians, including Jordi Savall, Hespèrion XXI, and the Toronto Consort. Margaret's exceptional talent has been recognized with numerous awards and honors. In 1997, she was awarded the Prix Opus for Best Early Music Concert of the Year for her performance with Les Voix Humaines. She has also been awarded the Prix Opus for Best Early Music CD of the Year twice, in 2002 and 2006. In addition to her work as a performer and teacher, Margaret has also been active in promoting the recorder as a serious instrument. She has written several articles on the subject and has served as a judge for recorder competitions around the world. Margaret's contributions to the world of music have been significant, and she continues to inspire and influence musicians around the world. Her dedication to her craft and her commitment to excellence have made her one of the most respected and admired classical music artists of her generation.

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