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Performer

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Baroque

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Chamber

 

Emilia Benjamin is a renowned classical music artist who has made a name for herself as a viola player, conductor, and educator. Born in London, England, in 1975, Emilia grew up in a family of musicians and was exposed to classical music from a young age. Her mother was a pianist, and her father was a cellist, so it was only natural that Emilia would follow in their footsteps. Emilia began playing the viola at the age of six and quickly showed a natural talent for the instrument. She studied at the Royal Academy of Music in London, where she received her Bachelor of Music degree with first-class honors. She then went on to study at the Hochschule für Musik und Theater in Hannover, Germany, where she earned her Master of Music degree. Throughout her career, Emilia has performed with some of the world's most prestigious orchestras, including the London Symphony Orchestra, the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, and the Berlin Philharmonic. She has also collaborated with many renowned conductors, such as Sir Simon Rattle, Daniel Barenboim, and Zubin Mehta. One of Emilia's most significant achievements was her performance of Mozart's Sinfonia Concertante for Violin, Viola, and Orchestra with the London Symphony Orchestra in 2005. The performance was highly acclaimed by critics and audiences alike, and it cemented Emilia's reputation as one of the world's leading viola players. In addition to her work as a performer, Emilia is also a respected conductor and educator. She has conducted many orchestras, including the London Mozart Players and the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, and she has taught at several prestigious music schools, including the Royal Academy of Music and the Guildhall School of Music and Drama. Emilia has received numerous awards and accolades throughout her career. In 2003, she was awarded the prestigious ARAM (Associate of the Royal Academy of Music) for her outstanding contribution to the music industry. She has also been awarded the Royal Philharmonic Society's Instrumentalist Award and the London Symphony Orchestra's LSO Prize for Excellence. Despite her many achievements, Emilia remains humble and dedicated to her craft. She continues to perform, conduct, and teach, and she is passionate about sharing her love of classical music with others. Her talent, dedication, and passion have made her one of the most respected and admired classical music artists of her generation.

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