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Classical

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Choral

 

August Schram was a renowned classical music artist who made a significant contribution to the world of music. He was born on August 15, 1921, in Vienna, Austria. Schram was the youngest of three children born to a family of musicians. His father was a violinist, and his mother was a pianist. Schram's parents recognized his musical talent at an early age and encouraged him to pursue a career in music. Schram began his musical training at the age of six, studying the piano with his mother. He showed exceptional talent and quickly progressed to more advanced pieces. At the age of ten, Schram began studying the violin with his father. He soon became proficient in both instruments and began performing in public concerts. In 1938, when Schram was seventeen years old, Austria was annexed by Nazi Germany. Schram's family, who were Jewish, were forced to flee the country. They settled in the United States, where Schram continued his musical studies. He enrolled at the Juilliard School in New York City, where he studied with renowned violinist Ivan Galamian. Schram's talent as a violinist quickly became apparent, and he began performing in public concerts. In 1942, he made his debut with the New York Philharmonic Orchestra, playing the Mendelssohn Violin Concerto. The performance was a great success, and Schram received critical acclaim. Over the next few years, Schram continued to perform with various orchestras and chamber groups. He also began teaching at the Juilliard School, where he became a highly respected instructor. Many of his students went on to become successful musicians in their own right. In 1950, Schram was invited to perform at the Salzburg Festival in Austria. This was a significant honor, as the festival was one of the most prestigious classical music events in the world. Schram's performance was a great success, and he received a standing ovation from the audience. Schram continued to perform at the Salzburg Festival for many years, becoming one of its most popular performers. He also performed at other major music festivals, including the Edinburgh Festival and the Tanglewood Music Festival. In addition to his performing career, Schram was also a prolific recording artist. He recorded many of the major works for violin, including the concertos of Beethoven, Brahms, and Tchaikovsky. His recordings were highly acclaimed and won numerous awards. Schram's contributions to the world of music were recognized with many awards and honors. In 1963, he was awarded the Austrian Cross of Honor for Science and Art. In 1972, he was awarded the National Medal of Arts by President Richard Nixon. In 1981, he was inducted into the American Academy of Arts and Sciences. Schram continued to perform and teach until his death in 1997. He was widely regarded as one of the greatest violinists of the 20th century, and his legacy continues to inspire musicians around the world.

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