Role

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Conductor  

Period

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Modern

Genre

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Ballet

 

 

Chamber

 

 

Vocal

 

Miles Hoffman is a renowned classical music artist, known for his exceptional skills as a violist, music critic, and author. Born on November 4, 1951, in New York City, Hoffman grew up in a family of musicians. His father, Seymour Hoffman, was a violinist, and his mother, Lillian Fuchs, was a renowned violist. Hoffman's sister, Barbara Stein Mallow, is also a violist. Hoffman began playing the viola at the age of six, under the guidance of his mother. He later studied at the Juilliard School, where he earned his Bachelor of Music degree. He continued his studies at Yale University, where he received his Master of Music degree. Hoffman's career as a violist began in the 1970s, when he joined the New York Philharmonic. He also performed with other orchestras, including the American Symphony Orchestra and the New York Chamber Symphony. In addition to his work as a performer, Hoffman also became a respected music critic, writing for publications such as The Washington Post and The New York Times. In 1986, Hoffman founded the American Chamber Players, a group of musicians dedicated to performing chamber music. The group has since become one of the most respected chamber ensembles in the United States, performing at major venues such as the Kennedy Center and Carnegie Hall. Hoffman has also written several books on classical music, including The NPR Classical Music Companion: An Essential Guide for Enlightened Listening and The Viola in America: A History. He has been a regular commentator on National Public Radio's Morning Edition and has appeared on numerous other radio and television programs. Throughout his career, Hoffman has received numerous awards and honors for his contributions to classical music. In 1993, he was awarded the American String Teachers Association's Artist-Teacher of the Year Award. In 2003, he received the Paul Harris Fellowship from Rotary International for his work in promoting classical music. In 2013, he was awarded the Order of the Palmetto, the highest civilian honor in South Carolina, where he currently resides. Hoffman's performances as a violist have been praised for their technical skill and emotional depth. He has performed with some of the world's most renowned musicians, including Yo-Yo Ma, Itzhak Perlman, and Pinchas Zukerman. His recordings have received critical acclaim, including a Grammy nomination for his recording of Mozart's Sinfonia Concertante with violinist Jaime Laredo. In addition to his work as a performer and writer, Hoffman is also a dedicated educator. He has taught at institutions such as the Manhattan School of Music and the University of South Carolina, where he currently serves as a professor of music. Overall, Miles Hoffman's contributions to classical music have been significant and far-reaching. His performances, writings, and educational work have helped to promote and preserve the rich tradition of classical music for future generations.

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