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Richard Sortomme is a renowned classical music artist who has made a significant contribution to the world of music through his exceptional skills as a violinist and conductor. Born on August 22, 1946, in New York City, Sortomme grew up in a family of musicians, which played a significant role in shaping his musical career. Sortomme's father was a professional violinist, and his mother was a pianist. As a child, Sortomme was exposed to classical music from an early age and showed a keen interest in the violin. He began taking violin lessons at the age of six and quickly developed a natural talent for the instrument. Sortomme's musical education continued throughout his childhood and teenage years. He attended the Juilliard School of Music in New York City, where he studied under the tutelage of renowned violinist Ivan Galamian. Sortomme's time at Juilliard was a formative period in his musical development, and he emerged from the school as a highly skilled and accomplished violinist. After completing his studies at Juilliard, Sortomme embarked on a career as a professional musician. He quickly established himself as one of the most talented violinists of his generation and began performing with some of the world's leading orchestras. One of the highlights of Sortomme's early career was his performance with the New York Philharmonic in 1970. He was invited to perform as a soloist with the orchestra, and his performance was met with critical acclaim. This performance helped to establish Sortomme as a rising star in the classical music world. Over the years, Sortomme has performed with many of the world's leading orchestras, including the Boston Symphony Orchestra, the Chicago Symphony Orchestra, and the London Symphony Orchestra. He has also performed as a soloist with many of these orchestras, showcasing his exceptional skills as a violinist. In addition to his work as a violinist, Sortomme has also made a name for himself as a conductor. He has conducted many of the world's leading orchestras, including the New York Philharmonic, the Boston Symphony Orchestra, and the London Symphony Orchestra. One of the highlights of Sortomme's career as a conductor was his performance with the New York Philharmonic in 1987. He was invited to conduct the orchestra in a performance of Beethoven's Symphony No. 9, and his performance was met with critical acclaim. This performance helped to establish Sortomme as a talented conductor and further cemented his reputation as a leading figure in the classical music world. Sortomme's contributions to the world of classical music have not gone unnoticed. He has received numerous awards and accolades throughout his career, including the Avery Fisher Prize in 1978. This prestigious award is given to outstanding classical musicians who have made a significant contribution to the world of music. In addition to his work as a performer and conductor, Sortomme has also been an influential teacher and mentor to many young musicians. He has taught at the Juilliard School of Music, the Manhattan School of Music, and the New England Conservatory of Music, among others. Sortomme's legacy as a classical music artist is a testament to his exceptional talent and dedication to his craft. His contributions to the world of music have inspired countless musicians and music lovers around the world, and his influence will continue to be felt for generations to come.

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