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Robert Ellis is a renowned classical music artist who has made a significant impact in the music industry. He was born on August 14, 1988, in Houston, Texas, and grew up in Lake Jackson, Texas. Ellis was raised in a musical family, and his parents were both musicians. His father played the guitar, while his mother was a pianist. Ellis started playing the guitar at the age of six and later learned to play the piano. Ellis attended Brazoswood High School, where he was a member of the school's choir and band. He was an exceptional student and was awarded a scholarship to attend the University of Houston's Moores School of Music. Ellis graduated from the university with a Bachelor of Music degree in classical guitar performance. After completing his studies, Ellis began his career as a classical music artist. He quickly gained recognition for his exceptional talent and was invited to perform at various prestigious events. In 2010, he won the Houston Symphony Ima Hogg Competition, which is one of the most prestigious music competitions in the United States. The competition is open to musicians under the age of 30, and the winner receives a cash prize and the opportunity to perform with the Houston Symphony. Ellis's win at the Ima Hogg Competition opened doors for him, and he was invited to perform at various events across the country. He has performed with several orchestras, including the Houston Symphony, the Dallas Symphony Orchestra, and the New York Philharmonic. Ellis has also performed at several music festivals, including the Aspen Music Festival and the Tanglewood Music Festival. In addition to his performances, Ellis has also released several albums. His debut album, "The Great Rearranger," was released in 2009 and received critical acclaim. The album features Ellis's original compositions and showcases his exceptional guitar skills. His second album, "Photographs," was released in 2011 and features a mix of original compositions and covers of classic songs. Ellis's third album, "Lights from the Chemical Plant," was released in 2014 and was his most successful album to date. The album features a mix of country, folk, and rock influences and received widespread critical acclaim. The album was named one of the best albums of 2014 by several music publications, including Rolling Stone and NPR. In addition to his music career, Ellis is also an advocate for music education. He has worked with several organizations to promote music education in schools and has performed at several benefit concerts to raise funds for music programs. Ellis continues to perform and record music and is considered one of the most talented classical music artists of his generation. His exceptional talent and dedication to his craft have earned him numerous accolades and awards, and he is widely regarded as one of the most influential musicians of his time.

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