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Modern

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Chamber

 

 

Concerto

 

Cecilia Zilliacus is a renowned Swedish violinist who has made a name for herself in the world of classical music. Born on May 17, 1973, in Stockholm, Sweden, Zilliacus grew up in a family of musicians. Her father, Bengt Zilliacus, was a well-known pianist, and her mother, Eva Zilliacus, was a violinist. Zilliacus started playing the violin at the age of four and showed exceptional talent from an early age. Zilliacus received her first violin lessons from her mother and later studied at the Royal College of Music in Stockholm. She continued her studies at the Sibelius Academy in Helsinki, Finland, where she received her diploma in 1997. During her studies, Zilliacus had the opportunity to work with some of the most renowned violinists of the time, including Zakhar Bron, Ana Chumachenco, and Miriam Fried. Zilliacus made her debut as a soloist with the Royal Stockholm Philharmonic Orchestra at the age of 16. Since then, she has performed with many of the world's leading orchestras, including the Helsinki Philharmonic Orchestra, the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra, and the Swedish Radio Symphony Orchestra. She has also collaborated with many renowned conductors, including Esa-Pekka Salonen, Sakari Oramo, and Daniel Harding. One of the highlights of Zilliacus's career was her performance of the Sibelius Violin Concerto with the Helsinki Philharmonic Orchestra in 1997. The performance was highly acclaimed by critics and established Zilliacus as one of the leading violinists of her generation. She has since performed the concerto with many other orchestras around the world. Zilliacus is also a passionate chamber musician and has performed with many of the world's leading chamber ensembles, including the Vertavo Quartet, the Nash Ensemble, and the Kungsbacka Piano Trio. She is a founding member of the ZilliacusPerssonRaitinen Trio, which has received critical acclaim for its performances and recordings. Zilliacus has won several awards throughout her career, including the Swedish Radio's P2 Prize in 2004 and the Jussi Award for Best Classical Album in 2010. She has also been nominated for the Gramophone Award and the BBC Music Magazine Award. In addition to her performing career, Zilliacus is also a dedicated teacher and has taught at the Sibelius Academy and the Royal College of Music in Stockholm. She is currently a professor of violin at the Royal College of Music in Stockholm. Zilliacus is known for her passionate and expressive playing, and her performances are characterized by a deep emotional intensity. She has a particular affinity for the music of Jean Sibelius and has recorded several of his works, including the Violin Concerto and the String Quartet in D minor. In conclusion, Cecilia Zilliacus is a highly respected and accomplished violinist who has made a significant contribution to the world of classical music. Her exceptional talent and dedication to her craft have earned her numerous accolades and a loyal following of fans around the world.

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