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Louise di Tullio is a renowned classical flutist who has made a significant contribution to the world of music. Born on August 1, 1938, in Los Angeles, California, Louise di Tullio grew up in a family of musicians. Her father, Joseph di Tullio, was a violinist, and her mother, Louise di Tullio, was a pianist. Her parents were both members of the Los Angeles Philharmonic Orchestra, and they encouraged their daughter to pursue a career in music. Louise di Tullio began playing the flute at the age of nine, and she quickly showed a natural talent for the instrument. She studied with some of the best flute teachers in the country, including William Kincaid, Marcel Moyse, and Jean-Pierre Rampal. She also attended the Juilliard School of Music in New York City, where she studied with Julius Baker. In 1960, Louise di Tullio joined the Los Angeles Philharmonic Orchestra as its principal flutist, a position she held for 25 years. During her time with the orchestra, she performed under the direction of some of the most famous conductors in the world, including Zubin Mehta, Carlo Maria Giulini, and André Previn. She also played on many of the orchestra's recordings, including the soundtrack for the movie "Jaws." In addition to her work with the Los Angeles Philharmonic Orchestra, Louise di Tullio was also a sought-after soloist and chamber musician. She performed with many of the world's leading orchestras, including the New York Philharmonic, the Boston Symphony Orchestra, and the London Symphony Orchestra. She also played with some of the most famous chamber music ensembles, including the Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center and the Guarneri Quartet. One of the highlights of Louise di Tullio's career was her performance of the Mozart Flute Concerto in G Major with the Los Angeles Philharmonic Orchestra in 1971. The performance was recorded and released on the Deutsche Grammophon label, and it received critical acclaim. The Los Angeles Times called it "a performance of great beauty and sensitivity," and the New York Times praised Louise di Tullio's "flawless technique and musicality." Louise di Tullio was also a dedicated teacher, and she taught at many of the top music schools in the country, including the Juilliard School of Music, the University of Southern California, and the Colburn School of Performing Arts. She was known for her rigorous teaching style and her ability to inspire her students to reach their full potential. Throughout her career, Louise di Tullio received many awards and honors for her contributions to the world of music. In 1975, she was awarded the Outstanding Young Woman of America award, and in 1980, she was named a Distinguished Alumna of the University of Southern California. She was also a recipient of the Los Angeles Philharmonic's Lifetime Achievement Award and the National Flute Association's Lifetime Achievement Award. Louise di Tullio retired from the Los Angeles Philharmonic Orchestra in 1985, but she continued to perform and teach until her death in 2018. She was a beloved figure in the world of music, and her legacy lives on through her recordings, her students, and the countless musicians she inspired throughout her career.

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