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Charles Osborne was a renowned classical music artist who made significant contributions to the world of music. He was born on August 7, 1927, in Bristol, England. His father was a music teacher, and his mother was a pianist. From a young age, Osborne showed a keen interest in music, and his parents encouraged him to pursue his passion. Osborne began his musical education at the age of six, learning to play the piano. He later took up the trumpet and the French horn, which became his primary instrument. He attended the Royal Academy of Music in London, where he studied under the tutelage of Aubrey Brain, a renowned horn player. After completing his studies, Osborne began his professional career as a freelance musician. He played with various orchestras, including the London Symphony Orchestra, the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, and the BBC Symphony Orchestra. He also performed as a soloist, giving recitals and playing concertos with orchestras. One of Osborne's most significant achievements was his performance of Mozart's Horn Concerto No. 3 in E-flat major, K. 447, at the Proms in 1953. This performance was widely acclaimed, and it helped to establish Osborne as one of the leading horn players of his generation. He went on to perform this concerto many times throughout his career, and it became one of his signature pieces. Osborne was also a prolific recording artist, and he made numerous recordings of classical music. He recorded the complete works of Mozart for horn, as well as works by other composers such as Haydn, Beethoven, and Schumann. His recordings were highly regarded, and they helped to popularize the horn as a solo instrument. In addition to his performing and recording career, Osborne was also a respected musicologist. He wrote several books on the history of the horn and its repertoire, including "The Horn" and "The Concerto". He also edited and arranged music for the horn, including a collection of Mozart's horn concertos. Osborne's contributions to the world of music were recognized with several awards and honors. In 1976, he was awarded the Order of the British Empire for his services to music. He was also a Fellow of the Royal Academy of Music and a Fellow of the Royal Society of Arts. Despite his many achievements, Osborne remained humble and dedicated to his craft. He continued to perform and record well into his later years, and he remained an inspiration to many young musicians. He passed away on September 28, 2017, at the age of 90, leaving behind a legacy of excellence in music.

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