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Baroque

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Chamber

 

 

Concerto

 

 

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Malcolm Proud is a renowned classical music artist who has made a significant contribution to the world of music. He was born in Dublin, Ireland, in 1953, and grew up in a family that was passionate about music. His father was a church organist, and his mother was a singer, which exposed him to music at an early age. Proud began his musical journey by learning the piano at the age of six. He later switched to the organ, which became his primary instrument. He studied music at Trinity College Dublin, where he earned a Bachelor of Music degree in 1975. He then went on to study at the Sweelinck Conservatorium in Amsterdam, where he earned a soloist diploma in 1978. Proud's career as a professional musician began in 1979 when he was appointed as the organist and choirmaster at St. Canice's Cathedral in Kilkenny, Ireland. He held this position for ten years and gained a reputation as an outstanding performer and conductor. During this time, he also performed as a soloist in various concerts and festivals in Ireland and Europe. In 1989, Proud moved to the United States, where he was appointed as the organist and choirmaster at St. Mark's Episcopal Church in Philadelphia. He held this position for ten years and gained a reputation as one of the leading organists in the United States. He also performed as a soloist in various concerts and festivals in the United States and Europe. Proud's performances are characterized by his technical proficiency, musical sensitivity, and interpretive skill. He has a deep understanding of the music he performs and is known for his ability to bring out the nuances and subtleties of the music. He has a particular affinity for the music of Johann Sebastian Bach, and his performances of Bach's music are considered to be among the best in the world. Proud has performed in some of the most prestigious concert halls in the world, including the Royal Albert Hall in London, the Concertgebouw in Amsterdam, and the Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C. He has also performed with some of the leading orchestras and ensembles in the world, including the Philadelphia Orchestra, the Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra, and the Academy of Ancient Music. Proud has received numerous awards and accolades throughout his career. In 1986, he was awarded the Prix d'Excellence by the Dutch Ministry of Culture for his outstanding achievements as a musician. In 1992, he was awarded the Medal of Honor by the National Society of the Daughters of the American Revolution for his contributions to the arts in the United States. In 2003, he was awarded the Order of Merit by the President of Ireland for his contributions to Irish music. Proud has also recorded extensively throughout his career. He has recorded over twenty albums, including several critically acclaimed recordings of Bach's music. His recordings have received numerous awards and nominations, including a Grammy nomination for his recording of Bach's Goldberg Variations. In addition to his performing and recording career, Proud is also a respected teacher and lecturer. He has taught at several universities and conservatories, including the Sweelinck Conservatorium in Amsterdam, the Royal Irish Academy of Music in Dublin, and the Curtis Institute of Music in Philadelphia. He has also given lectures and masterclasses at universities and music schools throughout the world.

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