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Brad Edwards is a renowned classical music artist who has made a significant contribution to the world of music. He was born on August 22, 1964, in Houston, Texas, and grew up in a family that valued music. His father was a music teacher, and his mother was a pianist. From a young age, Brad showed a keen interest in music and started playing the trombone when he was just ten years old. Brad's talent for music was evident from the beginning, and he quickly became a skilled trombonist. He attended the University of Houston, where he earned a Bachelor of Music degree in 1986. He then went on to pursue a Master of Music degree at Indiana University, where he studied under the renowned trombonist Keith Brown. After completing his studies, Brad began his professional career as a trombonist. He joined the Houston Symphony Orchestra in 1988 and played with them for four years. In 1992, he joined the faculty at Arizona State University, where he taught trombone and performed with the faculty brass quintet. Brad's talent as a trombonist soon caught the attention of the classical music world, and he began to receive invitations to perform with some of the most prestigious orchestras in the world. In 1994, he was invited to perform with the New York Philharmonic, and he quickly became a regular guest artist with the orchestra. Over the years, Brad has performed with many other orchestras, including the Boston Symphony Orchestra, the Chicago Symphony Orchestra, and the Los Angeles Philharmonic. He has also performed as a soloist with many orchestras, including the Houston Symphony Orchestra, the Phoenix Symphony Orchestra, and the New York Philharmonic. In addition to his work as a performer, Brad is also a respected teacher and has taught at many universities and music schools. He has been a faculty member at Arizona State University, the University of Texas at Austin, and the University of South Carolina. He has also given masterclasses and workshops at many other institutions, including the Juilliard School, the Curtis Institute of Music, and the Royal Academy of Music in London. Brad's talent and dedication to music have earned him many awards and honors over the years. In 1996, he was awarded the International Trombone Association's Neill Humfeld Award for Excellence in Teaching. In 2001, he was awarded the Arizona State University Faculty Achievement Award for Excellence in Teaching. In 2005, he was awarded the International Trombone Association's Award for Outstanding Trombone Performance. Brad's contributions to the world of music have been significant, and his talent and dedication have inspired many young musicians. He continues to perform, teach, and inspire others to pursue their passion for music.

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