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The Beethoven String Trio of London is a classical music ensemble that has been captivating audiences with their exceptional performances for over three decades. The trio was founded in 1988 by three accomplished musicians, Simon Rowland-Jones, David Waterman, and Levon Chilingirian, who shared a passion for chamber music and a deep admiration for the works of Ludwig van Beethoven. Simon Rowland-Jones, the violinist of the trio, was born in London in 1950. He studied at the Royal College of Music and later at the Juilliard School in New York. He has performed with many renowned orchestras and ensembles, including the London Symphony Orchestra, the Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, and the Nash Ensemble. David Waterman, the cellist, was born in 1950 in Manchester. He studied at the Royal Northern College of Music and later at the Juilliard School. He has performed with many prestigious orchestras, including the London Philharmonic Orchestra and the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra. Levon Chilingirian, the violist, was born in Cyprus in 1950. He studied at the Royal Academy of Music and later at the Juilliard School. He has performed with many distinguished ensembles, including the Chilingirian Quartet, which he founded in 1971. The Beethoven String Trio of London has gained a reputation for their exceptional performances of Beethoven's works, as well as their interpretations of other classical composers. Their performances are characterized by their technical precision, emotional depth, and musical sensitivity. The trio has performed in many prestigious venues around the world, including the Wigmore Hall in London, the Concertgebouw in Amsterdam, and the Carnegie Hall in New York. One of the highlights of the Beethoven String Trio of London's career was their performance at the 1990 Salzburg Festival. The trio performed Beethoven's String Trio in C minor, Op. 9, No. 3, to critical acclaim. The performance was described as "a revelation" by The New York Times, and the trio was praised for their "impeccable ensemble playing" and "deeply felt interpretation." The Beethoven String Trio of London has also received many awards and accolades throughout their career. In 1991, they were awarded the Royal Philharmonic Society's Chamber Music Award for their outstanding contribution to chamber music. They were also awarded the Gramophone Award for Best Chamber Music Recording in 1993 for their recording of Beethoven's String Trios, Op. 9. In 2000, they were awarded the MIDEM Classical Award for their recording of Mozart's Divertimento in E-flat, K. 563. The Beethoven String Trio of London has recorded extensively throughout their career, with over 20 albums to their name. Their recordings have received critical acclaim and have been praised for their technical excellence and musical sensitivity. Some of their most notable recordings include their complete recordings of Beethoven's String Trios, Op. 9 and Op. 3, as well as their recordings of Mozart's Divertimento in E-flat, K. 563, and Schubert's String Trio in B-flat, D. 471. In addition to their performances and recordings, the Beethoven String Trio of London has also been committed to music education. They have conducted masterclasses and workshops around the world, sharing their knowledge and expertise with aspiring musicians. They have also been involved in many outreach programs, bringing classical music to communities that may not have had access to it otherwise.

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