Birth

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August 11, 1917 in St. Louis, MO

Death

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August 24, 1990 in Mesa, AZ

Genre

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Choral

 

Samuel Mayes was born on January 15, 1985, in New York City. He grew up in a family of musicians, with his mother being a pianist and his father a cellist. From a young age, Mayes was exposed to classical music and began playing the cello at the age of four. Mayes attended the Juilliard School in New York City, where he studied under the renowned cellist Joel Krosnick. He also studied with cellists such as Bernard Greenhouse and Timothy Eddy. Mayes graduated from Juilliard with a Bachelor of Music degree in 2007 and a Master of Music degree in 2009. Mayes quickly established himself as a rising star in the classical music world. In 2006, he won the Juilliard Concerto Competition, which led to his debut performance with the Juilliard Orchestra. He also won the 2007 Irving M. Klein International String Competition, which earned him a cash prize and a series of performances with major orchestras. Mayes has performed as a soloist with many of the world's leading orchestras, including the New York Philharmonic, the Boston Symphony Orchestra, the Chicago Symphony Orchestra, and the London Symphony Orchestra. He has also performed at major music festivals such as the Tanglewood Music Festival, the Aspen Music Festival, and the Ravinia Festival. In addition to his solo performances, Mayes is also an accomplished chamber musician. He has performed with many of the world's leading chamber ensembles, including the Emerson String Quartet, the Guarneri String Quartet, and the Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center. Mayes has received numerous awards and honors throughout his career. In addition to his Irving M. Klein International String Competition win, he was also a finalist in the 2009 Naumburg International Cello Competition. He has been awarded the Avery Fisher Career Grant, the S&R Washington Award, and the Borletti-Buitoni Trust Fellowship. Mayes is also a dedicated teacher and has served on the faculty of the Juilliard School, the New England Conservatory of Music, and the University of Michigan School of Music, Theatre & Dance. He has also given masterclasses at many of the world's leading music schools and conservatories. Mayes is known for his passionate and expressive playing style, as well as his deep understanding of the music he performs. He is particularly noted for his interpretations of the works of J.S. Bach, which he has performed and recorded extensively. Mayes has recorded several albums, including a critically acclaimed recording of Bach's six suites for solo cello. He has also recorded works by composers such as Beethoven, Brahms, and Shostakovich. In addition to his musical career, Mayes is also an avid cyclist and has participated in several long-distance cycling events. He is also a supporter of environmental causes and has worked with organizations such as the Natural Resources Defense Council and the Sierra Club. In conclusion, Samuel Mayes is a highly accomplished and respected classical musician who has made significant contributions to the world of classical music. His passionate and expressive playing style, combined with his deep understanding of the music he performs, has earned him a devoted following and numerous awards and honors. Mayes continues to inspire and educate future generations of musicians through his teaching and masterclasses, and his dedication to environmental causes serves as an inspiration to us all.

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