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in United States

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Avant-Garde

 

 

Opera

 

Nicholas Isherwood is a renowned classical music artist known for his exceptional vocal range and versatility. Born in London, England in 1951, Isherwood grew up in a family of musicians and was exposed to classical music from a young age. His father was a professional cellist, and his mother was a pianist and singer. Isherwood began singing in choirs and playing the piano at a young age, and his talent was quickly recognized. Isherwood studied music at the Royal Academy of Music in London, where he trained as a bass-baritone. He also studied at the Schola Cantorum Basiliensis in Switzerland, where he learned to sing early music and baroque repertoire. Isherwood's vocal range and versatility allowed him to perform a wide range of music, from medieval chants to contemporary opera. In the early 1980s, Isherwood began performing with the Ensemble InterContemporain, a Paris-based contemporary music ensemble led by Pierre Boulez. He quickly became known for his ability to perform complex contemporary music, and he worked with many of the leading composers of the time, including Boulez, Luciano Berio, and Karlheinz Stockhausen. Isherwood's performances with the Ensemble InterContemporain led to many other opportunities, and he began performing with other contemporary music ensembles and orchestras around the world. He also began to explore his own interests in early music and baroque repertoire, and he became known for his performances of music by Bach, Handel, and Monteverdi. In 1991, Isherwood made his debut at the Salzburg Festival, performing in a production of Stockhausen's "Licht" cycle. This was a major milestone in his career, and it led to many other high-profile performances and collaborations. Isherwood has since performed at many of the world's leading opera houses and concert halls, including the Royal Opera House in London, the Metropolitan Opera in New York, and the Berlin Philharmonic. Isherwood has also been recognized for his contributions to the world of classical music. In 1998, he was awarded the Chevalier des Arts et des Lettres by the French government, and in 2001, he was awarded the Prix de la Critique Musicale for his performance in a production of Berio's "Cronaca del Luogo." He has also been nominated for several Grammy Awards for his recordings of contemporary music. In addition to his work as a performer, Isherwood is also a respected teacher and scholar. He has taught at many of the world's leading music schools, including the Royal Academy of Music in London and the Hochschule für Musik und Theater in Hamburg. He has also written extensively on music, and his articles and essays have been published in many leading music journals. Throughout his career, Isherwood has remained committed to exploring new and challenging music. He has worked with many of the leading composers of our time, and he has premiered numerous new works. He has also continued to explore his interests in early music and baroque repertoire, and he has recorded several albums of this music. Today, Nicholas Isherwood is recognized as one of the leading classical music artists of our time. His vocal range and versatility, combined with his commitment to exploring new and challenging music, have made him a beloved performer and teacher. He continues to inspire audiences and musicians around the world with his artistry and passion for music.

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