Country

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United States of America

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Chamber

 

Michael Zaretsky is a renowned classical music artist who has made a significant contribution to the world of music. He was born on August 22, 1953, in Moscow, Russia, to a family of musicians. His father, Boris Zaretsky, was a renowned violist, and his mother, Olga Zaretsky, was a pianist. Michael grew up in a musical environment and started playing the violin at the age of six. Michael's family moved to the United States in 1975, and he continued his music education at the New England Conservatory of Music in Boston. He studied under the guidance of renowned violinists such as Joseph Silverstein and Roman Totenberg. Michael's talent and dedication to music were evident from an early age, and he quickly established himself as a promising young musician. In 1978, Michael joined the Boston Symphony Orchestra as a violist, a position he held for over 30 years. During his tenure with the orchestra, Michael performed in numerous concerts and recordings, including the Grammy Award-winning recording of Shostakovich's Symphony No. 13. He also served as the principal violist of the Boston Pops Orchestra for several years. Apart from his work with the Boston Symphony Orchestra, Michael has also performed as a soloist and chamber musician. He has collaborated with renowned musicians such as Yo-Yo Ma, Itzhak Perlman, and Joshua Bell, among others. Michael has performed in major concert halls around the world, including Carnegie Hall, the Royal Albert Hall, and the Berlin Philharmonic. Michael's talent and dedication to music have earned him numerous awards and accolades throughout his career. In 1986, he was awarded the Avery Fisher Career Grant, which recognizes outstanding young musicians. He was also awarded the Boston Symphony Orchestra's Henry Lee Higginson Award for Excellence in Performance in 1991. In addition to his performing career, Michael is also a dedicated music educator. He has taught at the New England Conservatory of Music, the Boston University Tanglewood Institute, and the Longy School of Music. He has also conducted masterclasses and workshops around the world, inspiring and mentoring young musicians. Michael's contribution to the world of music has been significant, and his legacy continues to inspire and influence musicians around the world. His dedication to music, his talent, and his passion for teaching have made him a beloved figure in the classical music community.

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