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Composer Conductor  

Country

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United Kingdom

Birth

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April 10, 1964

Period

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Contemporary

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Keyboard

 

Jeremy Filsell is a renowned classical music artist who has made a name for himself as a pianist, organist, and conductor. Born in 1964 in London, England, Filsell showed an early interest in music and began playing the piano at the age of five. He went on to study at the Royal College of Music in London, where he earned a Bachelor of Music degree with honors. Filsell's talent as a pianist was quickly recognized, and he began performing in public at a young age. In 1984, he won first prize in the BBC Young Musician of the Year competition, which helped to launch his career as a professional musician. He went on to perform with some of the world's leading orchestras, including the London Symphony Orchestra, the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, and the BBC Symphony Orchestra. In addition to his work as a pianist, Filsell is also an accomplished organist. He has performed on some of the world's most famous organs, including the organs at St. Paul's Cathedral in London, the Cathedral of Notre Dame in Paris, and the Cathedral of St. John the Divine in New York City. He has also recorded several albums of organ music, including a critically acclaimed recording of the complete organ works of Maurice Duruflé. Filsell's work as a conductor is also highly regarded. He has conducted orchestras in the United States, Europe, and Asia, and has been praised for his ability to bring out the best in both the musicians and the music. He has also served as the music director of several orchestras, including the New York City-based Orchestra of St. Luke's. Throughout his career, Filsell has received numerous awards and accolades for his work as a musician. In 1994, he was awarded the Royal Philharmonic Society's Instrumentalist of the Year award, and in 2002 he was awarded the Medal of Honor by the National Arts Club in New York City. He has also been awarded honorary doctorates from several universities, including the University of the South in Tennessee and the University of Aberdeen in Scotland. One of the highlights of Filsell's career was his performance at the 2012 Olympic Games in London. He was chosen to perform at the opening ceremony, where he played the piano as part of a tribute to British music. The performance was watched by millions of people around the world, and helped to cement Filsell's reputation as one of the world's leading classical musicians. In addition to his work as a performer, Filsell is also a respected music educator. He has taught at several universities, including the Royal Academy of Music in London and the Peabody Institute in Baltimore, Maryland. He has also written several books on music, including a biography of the composer Herbert Howells. Despite his many accomplishments, Filsell remains humble and dedicated to his craft. He continues to perform and record music, and is always looking for new ways to challenge himself and push the boundaries of classical music. His passion for music is infectious, and he has inspired countless musicians and music lovers around the world.

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