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Cherry Rhodes is a renowned classical music artist who has made a significant contribution to the world of music. She was born on August 20, 1945, in Salt Lake City, Utah, USA. Her parents were both musicians, and they encouraged her to pursue music from a young age. Rhodes started playing the piano at the age of four and later switched to the organ when she was 12 years old. Rhodes attended the University of Colorado, where she earned a Bachelor of Music degree in Organ Performance. She then went on to study at the University of Michigan, where she earned a Master of Music degree in Organ Performance. During her time at the University of Michigan, Rhodes studied under the renowned organist and composer, Robert Glasgow. After completing her studies, Rhodes began her career as a professional musician. She served as the organist and choirmaster at St. Paul's Episcopal Church in Flint, Michigan, from 1970 to 1974. She then moved to California, where she served as the organist and choirmaster at St. Paul's Episcopal Church in Burlingame from 1974 to 1980. Rhodes gained national recognition in 1980 when she won the prestigious International Organ Competition in Calgary, Canada. This competition is one of the most prestigious organ competitions in the world, and winning it was a significant achievement for Rhodes. Her performance at the competition was praised for its technical brilliance and musicality. Following her win at the International Organ Competition, Rhodes began to receive invitations to perform at major venues around the world. She has performed at some of the most prestigious concert halls in the world, including Carnegie Hall in New York, the Royal Festival Hall in London, and the Berlin Philharmonic Hall in Germany. Rhodes has also performed with some of the world's leading orchestras, including the London Symphony Orchestra, the Berlin Philharmonic Orchestra, and the New York Philharmonic Orchestra. Her performances with these orchestras have been praised for their musicality and technical brilliance. In addition to her performances as a soloist, Rhodes has also collaborated with other musicians and ensembles. She has performed with the Los Angeles Philharmonic Orchestra, the Pacific Symphony Orchestra, and the San Francisco Symphony Orchestra, among others. Rhodes has also recorded several albums throughout her career. Her recordings have received critical acclaim and have been praised for their musicality and technical brilliance. Some of her most notable recordings include "The Organ Works of Bach," "The Organ Works of Franck," and "The Organ Works of Messiaen." Throughout her career, Rhodes has received numerous awards and honors for her contributions to the world of music. In 1999, she was awarded the Distinguished Alumni Award from the University of Michigan School of Music, Theatre & Dance. In 2003, she was awarded the American Guild of Organists' highest honor, the AGO Distinguished Artist Award. Rhodes has also been recognized for her contributions to the field of music education. She has served as a faculty member at several universities, including the University of Michigan, the University of Southern California, and the University of California, Santa Barbara. She has also served as a guest lecturer and performer at universities and music schools around the world. In conclusion, Cherry Rhodes is a highly accomplished classical music artist who has made a significant contribution to the world of music.

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