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Marco Granados is a renowned classical flutist, born on December 26, 1960, in Caracas, Venezuela. He grew up in a family of musicians, with his father being a guitarist and his mother a singer. Granados started playing the flute at the age of nine and quickly showed exceptional talent. He received his early musical training at the Juan Manuel Olivares Music Conservatory in Caracas, where he studied with renowned flutist William Bennett. In 1981, Granados moved to the United States to continue his musical education at the Juilliard School in New York City. He studied with Julius Baker, one of the most influential flutists of the 20th century. Granados also received guidance from other notable musicians, including Jean-Pierre Rampal, James Galway, and Paula Robison. Granados' talent and hard work paid off when he won the prestigious Young Concert Artists International Auditions in 1987. This award launched his career as a soloist, and he has since performed in some of the world's most renowned concert halls, including Carnegie Hall, Lincoln Center, and the Kennedy Center. Granados has also collaborated with many distinguished musicians, including pianist Awadagin Pratt, cellist Yo-Yo Ma, and the Tokyo String Quartet. He has performed with numerous orchestras, including the New York Philharmonic, the Boston Symphony Orchestra, and the National Symphony Orchestra. Granados is known for his virtuosic playing and his ability to connect with audiences. He has a deep understanding of the music he plays and is known for his expressive and emotional performances. He is also a passionate advocate for contemporary music and has premiered many new works by composers such as Roberto Sierra, Ricardo Lorenz, and Gabriela Lena Frank. In addition to his performing career, Granados is also a dedicated teacher. He has taught at the Juilliard School, the Manhattan School of Music, and the Aaron Copland School of Music at Queens College. He is currently a professor of flute at the University of Miami Frost School of Music. Granados has received numerous awards and honors throughout his career. In addition to the Young Concert Artists International Auditions, he has won the National Flute Association's Young Artist Competition and the Artists International Competition. He has also been awarded the Cintas Foundation Fellowship, the New York Foundation for the Arts Fellowship, and the Aaron Copland Fund for Music Recording Program. Granados has recorded several albums, including "Danzas, Sonatas, and Fantasias," which features works by Latin American composers, and "Music of the Americas," which includes works by composers from North and South America. He has also recorded with the New York Philharmonic and the Tokyo String Quartet. In conclusion, Marco Granados is a world-renowned classical flutist who has made significant contributions to the world of music. He has performed in some of the world's most prestigious concert halls, collaborated with many distinguished musicians, and premiered numerous new works. He is also a dedicated teacher and has inspired countless young musicians. Granados' talent, hard work, and passion for music have earned him numerous awards and honors, and his legacy will continue to inspire future generations of musicians.

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