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Lamar Crowson was a renowned classical pianist and accompanist who was born on August 2, 1926, in Johannesburg, South Africa. He was the youngest of three children born to his parents, who were both musicians. His father was a violinist, and his mother was a pianist. Lamar showed an early interest in music and began playing the piano at the age of four. Lamar's family moved to England when he was six years old, and he continued his musical education there. He studied at the Royal Academy of Music in London, where he won several awards and prizes for his piano playing. He also studied with the famous pianist and teacher, Myra Hess. In 1949, Lamar made his debut as a solo pianist at the Wigmore Hall in London. He received critical acclaim for his performance, and it marked the beginning of a successful career as a concert pianist. He went on to perform in many of the world's leading concert halls, including Carnegie Hall in New York, the Royal Albert Hall in London, and the Concertgebouw in Amsterdam. Lamar was also a highly sought-after accompanist, and he worked with many of the world's leading singers and instrumentalists. He collaborated with the likes of Kathleen Ferrier, Janet Baker, and Peter Pears, among others. He was known for his sensitive and supportive playing, which helped to bring out the best in his partners. One of Lamar's most significant achievements was his work with Benjamin Britten. He was Britten's preferred accompanist for many years, and they performed together on numerous occasions. Lamar played on many of Britten's recordings, including the famous recording of the War Requiem, which was released in 1963. Lamar was also a respected teacher, and he taught at several institutions, including the Royal Academy of Music and the Guildhall School of Music and Drama in London. He was known for his patient and supportive approach to teaching, and many of his students went on to have successful careers as pianists and accompanists. Throughout his career, Lamar received many awards and honors for his contributions to classical music. He was made a Commander of the Order of the British Empire (CBE) in 1985, in recognition of his services to music. He was also awarded the Royal Philharmonic Society's Instrumentalist Award in 1987. Lamar continued to perform and teach until his death in 1998. He was widely regarded as one of the finest pianists and accompanists of his generation, and his legacy continues to inspire musicians today.

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