Clyde Holloway was a renowned classical music artist who made a significant contribution to the world of music. Born on August 28, 1943, in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, Holloway was the son of a Baptist minister. He grew up in a musical family, where his father played the piano and his mother sang in the church choir. Holloway's love for music began at an early age, and he started playing the trumpet when he was just nine years old. Holloway's talent for music was evident from the beginning, and he quickly became a standout performer in his school's band. He continued to hone his skills throughout his teenage years, and by the time he graduated from high school, he had already won several awards for his trumpet playing. After high school, Holloway attended Louisiana State University, where he studied music education. While at LSU, he continued to excel as a trumpet player, and he was a member of the university's marching band, concert band, and symphony orchestra. He also played in several jazz bands and was a regular performer at local clubs and venues. After graduating from LSU, Holloway began his professional career as a music teacher. He taught at several schools in Louisiana before moving to Texas, where he became the director of bands at Texas Southern University. During his time at TSU, Holloway led the university's marching band to several national championships and established himself as one of the top music educators in the country. Despite his success as a music educator, Holloway's true passion was performing. He continued to play the trumpet and was a regular performer with several symphony orchestras and jazz bands. In 1970, he joined the Houston Symphony Orchestra as its principal trumpet player, a position he held for over 30 years. During his time with the Houston Symphony Orchestra, Holloway became known for his virtuosic trumpet playing and his ability to bring a unique energy and passion to every performance. He was a regular soloist with the orchestra and performed in countless concerts and recordings. He also collaborated with several other musicians and composers, including Leonard Bernstein, Aaron Copland, and John Williams. Holloway's talent and dedication to his craft did not go unnoticed, and he received numerous awards and accolades throughout his career. In 1989, he was awarded the Texas Medal of Arts, and in 1995, he was inducted into the Louisiana Music Hall of Fame. He was also a recipient of the National Endowment for the Arts Jazz Masters Fellowship, one of the highest honors in the world of jazz. Despite his many accomplishments, Holloway remained humble and dedicated to his craft. He continued to perform and teach until his death on September 28, 2019, at the age of 76. His legacy as a musician and educator lives on, and he will always be remembered as one of the greatest trumpet players of his generation.

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