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Simon Rickard is a renowned classical music artist who has made a significant contribution to the world of music. Born in Melbourne, Australia, in 1975, Rickard showed an early interest in music and began playing the trombone at the age of ten. He was a student at the Victorian College of the Arts Secondary School, where he received a scholarship to study music. Rickard's talent was evident from an early age, and he quickly established himself as a rising star in the world of classical music. He went on to study at the University of Melbourne, where he earned a Bachelor of Music degree with Honours in 1996. He then went on to complete a Master of Music degree at the University of Michigan in the United States. Throughout his career, Rickard has performed with some of the world's most prestigious orchestras and ensembles. He has been a member of the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra, the Australian Chamber Orchestra, and the Australian Opera and Ballet Orchestra. He has also performed with the London Symphony Orchestra, the New York Philharmonic, and the Berlin Philharmonic. One of the highlights of Rickard's career was his performance at the 2000 Sydney Olympics. He was selected to perform as a soloist in the opening ceremony, which was watched by millions of people around the world. His performance was widely praised, and he received numerous accolades for his contribution to the event. In addition to his work as a performer, Rickard is also a respected teacher and mentor. He has taught at the University of Melbourne and the Victorian College of the Arts, and he has worked with numerous young musicians to help them develop their skills and achieve their goals. Throughout his career, Rickard has received numerous awards and honours for his contributions to the world of music. In 2002, he was awarded the prestigious Churchill Fellowship, which allowed him to travel to Europe and study with some of the world's leading musicians. He has also been awarded the Australian Music Centre's Peggy Glanville-Hicks Residency, which allowed him to spend time in New York City working on new compositions. Despite his many achievements, Rickard remains humble and dedicated to his craft. He continues to perform and teach, and he is committed to helping the next generation of musicians achieve their dreams. His passion for music and his dedication to excellence have made him one of the most respected and admired classical music artists of his generation.

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