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Composer  

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November 2, 1976 in Munich, Germany

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Chamber

 

 

Concerto

 

 

Vocal

 

Daniel Müller-Schott is a renowned German cellist who has established himself as one of the most prominent classical musicians of his generation. Born on January 2, 1976, in Munich, Germany, Müller-Schott showed an early interest in music and began playing the cello at the age of four. He was born into a family of musicians, with his father being a cellist and his mother a pianist. His parents recognized his talent and encouraged him to pursue a career in music. Müller-Schott received his early musical training at the Hochschule für Musik und Theater München, where he studied with Walter Nothas. He later continued his studies with Heinrich Schiff at the Mozarteum University of Salzburg. During his formative years, Müller-Schott won several prestigious awards, including the International Tchaikovsky Competition for Young Musicians in Moscow and the Grand Prix Emanuel Feuermann in Berlin. In 1992, at the age of 16, Müller-Schott made his debut with the Berlin Philharmonic Orchestra under the baton of Claudio Abbado. This performance marked the beginning of his international career, and he quickly gained a reputation as a virtuoso cellist with a unique musical voice. Over the years, Müller-Schott has performed with many of the world's leading orchestras, including the New York Philharmonic, the London Symphony Orchestra, and the Vienna Philharmonic. One of the highlights of Müller-Schott's career was his performance of the complete Bach Cello Suites at the 2006 Bachfest in Leipzig. This performance was widely acclaimed by critics and audiences alike and cemented Müller-Schott's reputation as one of the foremost interpreters of Bach's music. He has since recorded the Bach Cello Suites for the Orfeo label, which has received critical acclaim and won several awards. Müller-Schott is also known for his collaborations with other musicians, including pianist Angela Hewitt and violinist Julia Fischer. Together, they have performed and recorded works by Beethoven, Brahms, and Schubert, among others. Müller-Schott has also worked with contemporary composers, including Wolfgang Rihm and Jörg Widmann, and has premiered several new works for the cello. In addition to his performing career, Müller-Schott is also a dedicated teacher and mentor. He has taught masterclasses at many of the world's leading music schools, including the Juilliard School in New York and the Royal Academy of Music in London. He is also a professor of cello at the Hochschule für Musik und Theater München, where he received his own musical training. Müller-Schott has received numerous awards and accolades throughout his career. In 2002, he was awarded the prestigious Borletti-Buitoni Trust Award, which recognizes outstanding young musicians. He has also been awarded the Echo Klassik Award, the Diapason d'Or, and the Gramophone Award, among others. In conclusion, Daniel Müller-Schott is a highly accomplished cellist who has made a significant contribution to the world of classical music. His virtuosic playing and unique musical voice have earned him a reputation as one of the foremost interpreters of Bach's music, and his collaborations with other musicians have produced some of the most memorable performances of recent years. Müller-Schott's dedication to teaching and mentoring the next generation of musicians ensures that his legacy will continue for many years to come.

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