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Hilary Field is a renowned classical guitarist and composer who has made a significant contribution to the world of music. She was born in Seattle, Washington, in 1968, and grew up in a family of musicians. Her father was a jazz pianist, and her mother was a classical pianist. From a young age, Hilary was exposed to a wide range of musical genres, which helped shape her musical sensibilities. Hilary began playing the guitar at the age of nine, and by the time she was in high school, she was already performing in public. She went on to study music at the Cornish College of the Arts in Seattle, where she received a Bachelor of Music degree in classical guitar performance. She then went on to earn a Master of Music degree in guitar performance from the University of Southern California. Throughout her career, Hilary has performed extensively both as a solo artist and as part of various ensembles. She has performed in numerous venues across the United States, as well as in Europe and Asia. Some of her most notable performances include appearances at the Guitar Foundation of America International Convention, the Northwest Guitar Festival, and the Seattle Symphony's "Soundbridge" series. In addition to her performances, Hilary has also received numerous awards and accolades for her work as a composer and arranger. She has won several grants from the Seattle Arts Commission, as well as the King County Arts Commission. Her compositions have been performed by a variety of ensembles, including the Seattle Symphony, the Northwest Sinfonietta, and the Los Angeles Guitar Quartet. One of Hilary's most significant achievements as a composer was the release of her album "A Winter Solstice," which features her original compositions and arrangements of traditional holiday music. The album received critical acclaim and was named one of the top ten holiday albums of the year by the Seattle Times. Hilary is also an accomplished educator and has taught guitar at several universities and music schools. She has served as a faculty member at the Cornish College of the Arts, the University of Puget Sound, and the Seattle Conservatory of Music. She has also conducted master classes and workshops for guitarists of all levels. In addition to her work as a performer and composer, Hilary is also a dedicated advocate for the arts. She has served on the board of directors for several arts organizations, including the Seattle Classic Guitar Society and the Northwest Sinfonietta. She has also been involved in various community outreach programs, bringing music to underserved communities and promoting music education. Overall, Hilary Field's contributions to the world of classical music are significant and far-reaching. Her performances, compositions, and advocacy work have helped to promote the guitar as a serious instrument in the classical music world. Her dedication to music education and community outreach has also helped to inspire a new generation of musicians and music lovers.

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