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Nicholas Cords is a renowned violist and chamber musician who has made a significant impact on the classical music scene. Born in 1973 in San Francisco, California, Cords grew up in a family of musicians and was exposed to music from a young age. His father was a violinist, and his mother was a pianist, and they both encouraged him to pursue music as a career. Cords began playing the violin at the age of four and later switched to the viola when he was 12. He studied at the San Francisco Conservatory of Music and later at the Curtis Institute of Music in Philadelphia, where he received his Bachelor of Music degree. He continued his studies at the Juilliard School in New York, where he earned his Master of Music degree. Cords' talent as a violist was recognized early on in his career, and he quickly gained a reputation as a skilled performer. He has performed with some of the world's most prestigious orchestras, including the New York Philharmonic, the Boston Symphony Orchestra, and the Berlin Philharmonic. He has also collaborated with many renowned conductors, such as James Levine, Sir Simon Rattle, and Daniel Barenboim. In addition to his work as a soloist, Cords is also a dedicated chamber musician. He is a founding member of the acclaimed string quartet Brooklyn Rider, which has been praised for its innovative approach to classical music. The quartet has performed at major venues around the world, including Carnegie Hall, the Lincoln Center, and the Barbican Centre in London. Cords has also collaborated with many other musicians and ensembles, including the Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center, the Silk Road Ensemble, and the International Contemporary Ensemble. He has recorded numerous albums, both as a soloist and as part of various ensembles, and his recordings have received critical acclaim. Cords has received many awards and honors throughout his career. In 1996, he was awarded the prestigious Avery Fisher Career Grant, which recognizes outstanding young musicians. He has also been a recipient of the Chamber Music America Residency Partnership Grant and the CMA/WQXR Record Award. In addition to his work as a performer, Cords is also a dedicated teacher. He has taught at the Juilliard School, the New England Conservatory of Music, and the Manhattan School of Music. He is currently on the faculty of the Stony Brook University School of Music. Cords' contributions to the classical music world have been significant, and he continues to be a major force in the industry. His innovative approach to chamber music and his dedication to teaching have inspired many young musicians, and his performances have captivated audiences around the world. He is a true master of his craft and a testament to the power of music to inspire and uplift.

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