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Ageet Zweistra is a renowned Dutch cellist and chamber musician who has made a significant contribution to the world of classical music. Born on 22nd September 1972 in Rotterdam, Netherlands, Zweistra showed an early interest in music and began playing the cello at the age of six. She received her first lessons from her father, who was a cellist himself, and later studied with renowned cellists such as Dmitri Ferschtman, Anner Bylsma, and William Pleeth. Zweistra's talent and dedication to music were evident from an early age, and she quickly gained recognition for her exceptional skills. At the age of 14, she won the first prize in the National Cello Competition in the Netherlands, which marked the beginning of her successful career as a cellist. After completing her studies at the Rotterdam Conservatory, Zweistra continued her education at the Royal Northern College of Music in Manchester, England, where she studied with Ralph Kirshbaum. During her time in Manchester, Zweistra won several awards, including the prestigious Pierre Fournier Award, which is given to outstanding cellists. Zweistra's career as a professional cellist began in the early 1990s, and she quickly established herself as a sought-after performer and chamber musician. She has performed with many renowned orchestras, including the Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra, the Rotterdam Philharmonic Orchestra, and the London Symphony Orchestra. One of the highlights of Zweistra's career was her performance of the Elgar Cello Concerto with the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra in London in 1998. Her interpretation of the piece was widely praised, and she received critical acclaim for her performance. Zweistra is also a dedicated chamber musician and has collaborated with many renowned musicians, including pianist Ronald Brautigam, violinist Isabelle van Keulen, and cellist Pieter Wispelwey. She is a member of the Osiris Trio, which is one of the most prominent piano trios in the Netherlands. In addition to her performances, Zweistra is also a respected teacher and has taught at several music schools and conservatories in the Netherlands. She is currently a professor of cello at the Rotterdam Conservatory. Zweistra's contributions to the world of classical music have been recognized with several awards and honors. In 2001, she was awarded the Dutch Music Prize, which is the highest honor for a musician in the Netherlands. She was also awarded the VSCD Classical Music Prize in 2005 for her contribution to Dutch classical music. Zweistra's dedication to music and her exceptional skills as a cellist have made her one of the most respected musicians in the world of classical music. Her performances continue to inspire and captivate audiences around the world, and her contributions to the field will undoubtedly be remembered for years to come.

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