Role

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Conductor  

Birth

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September 10, 1956 in New York City, NY

Genre

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Chamber

 

David Tanenbaum is a renowned classical guitarist who has made a significant contribution to the world of music. He was born on January 17, 1956, in New York City, USA. Tanenbaum grew up in a family of musicians, and his father was a violinist. He started playing the guitar at the age of six and showed a natural talent for the instrument. Tanenbaum's early musical education was at the Manhattan School of Music, where he studied with Albert Valdes Blain. He later went on to study at the San Francisco Conservatory of Music with Richard Patterson. Tanenbaum's talent was evident from an early age, and he quickly gained recognition as a promising young musician. In 1978, Tanenbaum won the prestigious International Guitar Competition in Toronto, Canada. This was a significant achievement for the young musician, and it helped to launch his career. He went on to win several other awards, including the Young Concert Artists International Auditions in 1981. Tanenbaum has performed extensively throughout the world, and he has collaborated with many of the leading orchestras and conductors. He has also worked with some of the most prominent composers of our time, including John Adams, Terry Riley, and Lou Harrison. One of Tanenbaum's most significant achievements was his performance of the complete works of J.S. Bach for solo guitar. This was a monumental undertaking, and it took him several years to complete. The performance was widely acclaimed, and it helped to establish Tanenbaum as one of the leading interpreters of Bach's music. Tanenbaum has also recorded extensively, and his recordings have received critical acclaim. He has recorded works by a wide range of composers, including Bach, Scarlatti, Giuliani, and Villa-Lobos. His recording of the complete works of Leo Brouwer for guitar is considered a landmark in the history of guitar recordings. In addition to his performing and recording career, Tanenbaum is also a respected teacher. He has taught at several leading institutions, including the San Francisco Conservatory of Music, the Peabody Conservatory of Music, and the Yale School of Music. He is currently a professor of guitar at the San Francisco Conservatory of Music. Tanenbaum's contributions to the world of music have been recognized with several awards and honors. In 1997, he was awarded the prestigious "Distinguished Artist" award by the San Francisco Symphony. He has also been awarded the "Outstanding Alumnus" award by the San Francisco Conservatory of Music. In conclusion, David Tanenbaum is a highly respected classical guitarist who has made a significant contribution to the world of music. His talent and dedication have earned him numerous awards and honors, and his performances and recordings have been widely acclaimed. He continues to inspire and educate young musicians through his teaching and mentorship, and his legacy will undoubtedly continue to influence the world of music for many years to come.

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