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Composer  

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Brazil

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June 8, 1941 in Nashville, TN

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Chamber

 

Paula Robison is a renowned classical flutist who has made a significant impact on the world of music. Born on August 25, 1941, in Tennessee, Robison grew up in a family of musicians. Her father was a violinist, and her mother was a pianist. Robison began playing the flute at the age of nine and quickly showed a natural talent for the instrument. Robison's early musical education was under the tutelage of her father, who was a professor of music at the University of Tennessee. She later studied at the Juilliard School in New York City, where she was a student of Julius Baker. Baker was a legendary flutist who had played with the New York Philharmonic for over 40 years. Robison's career as a professional musician began in the 1960s when she joined the New York City Ballet Orchestra. She quickly gained a reputation as a talented and versatile flutist, and her career took off. In 1969, she became the principal flutist of the New York Philharmonic, a position she held for four years. During her time with the New York Philharmonic, Robison also began to establish herself as a soloist. She made her debut as a soloist with the orchestra in 1971, performing Mozart's Flute Concerto No. 1 in G major. The performance was a huge success, and Robison's career as a soloist took off. Robison has performed with many of the world's leading orchestras, including the Boston Symphony Orchestra, the London Symphony Orchestra, and the Berlin Philharmonic. She has also collaborated with many of the world's leading conductors, including Leonard Bernstein, Seiji Ozawa, and Zubin Mehta. In addition to her work as a soloist and orchestral musician, Robison is also a dedicated chamber musician. She has performed with many of the world's leading chamber ensembles, including the Juilliard String Quartet, the Emerson String Quartet, and the Guarneri Quartet. Robison's repertoire is vast and includes works from many different periods and styles. She is particularly known for her interpretations of the music of J.S. Bach, and she has recorded several albums of his works for the flute. She is also known for her performances of contemporary music and has premiered many new works for the flute. Robison has received many awards and honors throughout her career. In 1982, she was awarded the Avery Fisher Prize, one of the most prestigious awards in classical music. She has also been awarded the National Endowment for the Arts Solo Recitalist Fellowship and the Lifetime Achievement Award from the National Flute Association. Robison is also a dedicated teacher and has taught at many of the world's leading music schools, including the Juilliard School, the New England Conservatory, and the Manhattan School of Music. She has also given masterclasses and workshops around the world. In addition to her work as a musician and teacher, Robison is also a writer and has published several books. Her memoir, "Paula Robison: A Flutist's Life," was published in 2012 and chronicles her life and career in music. Robison continues to perform and teach, and her contributions to the world of classical music are immeasurable. She has inspired countless musicians and audiences around the world with her artistry and dedication to the flute.

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