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Trio Nota Bene is a classical music ensemble that was founded in 2005. The ensemble is made up of three members: violinist Sarah Johnson, cellist David Lee, and pianist Emily Chen. The trio has gained recognition for their dynamic performances and their ability to bring new life to classical music. Sarah Johnson, the violinist of the group, began playing the violin at the age of four. She received her Bachelor of Music degree from the Juilliard School and her Master of Music degree from the New England Conservatory. David Lee, the cellist, also began playing his instrument at a young age. He received his Bachelor of Music degree from the University of Michigan and his Master of Music degree from the Juilliard School. Emily Chen, the pianist, began playing the piano at the age of five. She received her Bachelor of Music degree from the New England Conservatory and her Master of Music degree from the Juilliard School. The trio's name, Nota Bene, is a Latin phrase that means "note well." The name reflects the ensemble's commitment to bringing attention to the details of each piece of music they perform. The trio's repertoire includes works by classical composers such as Beethoven, Brahms, and Schubert, as well as contemporary composers such as John Adams and Jennifer Higdon. One of the highlights of Trio Nota Bene's career was their performance at the Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C. in 2010. The trio was invited to perform as part of the Kennedy Center's Conservatory Project, which showcases young musicians from top conservatories across the country. Trio Nota Bene's performance was well-received by the audience and critics alike, with The Washington Post praising the trio's "impressive technical skills and musical sensitivity." In addition to their performance at the Kennedy Center, Trio Nota Bene has also performed at other prestigious venues such as Carnegie Hall and Lincoln Center in New York City. The trio has also been featured on NPR's "Performance Today" and has performed at music festivals across the country. Trio Nota Bene has received numerous awards and accolades for their performances. In 2008, the trio was awarded the Grand Prize at the Fischoff National Chamber Music Competition, one of the most prestigious chamber music competitions in the country. The trio has also been awarded the Coleman-Barstow Prize from the Coleman Chamber Music Association and the Chamber Music America Residency Partnership Grant. In addition to their performances, Trio Nota Bene is committed to music education and outreach. The trio has conducted masterclasses and workshops at schools and universities across the country, and has also performed for underserved communities through organizations such as the Music for Food initiative. Overall, Trio Nota Bene is a dynamic and talented ensemble that has gained recognition for their commitment to bringing new life to classical music. With their impressive technical skills and musical sensitivity, the trio has captivated audiences across the country and has established themselves as one of the top chamber music ensembles in the country.

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