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George Harrison was a renowned classical music composer who was born on February 25, 1943, in Liverpool, England. He was the youngest of four children and grew up in a working-class family. His father, Harold Harrison, was a bus driver, and his mother, Louise, was a homemaker. Harrison's interest in music began at a young age, and he was influenced by his father's love for music. He started playing the guitar when he was 14 years old and soon formed a band with his school friends. The band, which was initially called The Quarrymen, later became The Beatles. As a member of The Beatles, Harrison was responsible for some of the band's most iconic songs, including "Here Comes the Sun," "Something," and "While My Guitar Gently Weeps." He was also known for his distinctive guitar playing style, which incorporated elements of Indian classical music. In addition to his work with The Beatles, Harrison was also a prolific solo artist and composer. He released his first solo album, "Wonderwall Music," in 1968, which was the first solo album by a Beatle. The album was a soundtrack for the film "Wonderwall," and it featured a mix of Indian classical music and Western rock. Harrison's interest in Indian classical music was sparked by his friendship with Ravi Shankar, a renowned sitar player. Harrison first met Shankar in 1965 and was immediately drawn to the sitar's unique sound. He began studying with Shankar and incorporated Indian classical music into his own compositions. One of Harrison's most famous works is his 1971 album "All Things Must Pass." The album was a critical and commercial success and featured the hit single "My Sweet Lord." The album was notable for its use of multiple instruments, including sitar, tabla, and harmonium, and its incorporation of Indian classical music. Harrison continued to explore Indian classical music throughout his career and collaborated with Shankar on several projects. In 1974, the two musicians released an album called "Shankar Family & Friends," which featured a mix of Indian classical music and Western rock. Harrison's later works also reflected his interest in spirituality and Eastern philosophy. His 1982 album "Gone Troppo" featured songs with themes of meditation and inner peace, and his 1987 album "Cloud Nine" featured the hit single "Got My Mind Set on You," which was a cover of a song by Rudy Clark. Harrison's contributions to classical music were recognized with several awards and honors throughout his career. In 1992, he was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame as a member of The Beatles, and in 2004, he was posthumously inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame. Harrison passed away on November 29, 2001, at the age of 58, after a battle with lung cancer. His legacy as a composer and musician continues to inspire generations of musicians and fans alike.

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