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Arthur Storch was a renowned classical music artist who made a significant contribution to the world of music. He was born on June 15, 1935, in Vienna, Austria, to a family of musicians. His father was a violinist, and his mother was a pianist. From a young age, Storch was exposed to music and showed a keen interest in it. Storch began his musical training at the age of six, studying the piano with his mother. He later switched to the violin and studied under the tutelage of his father. Storch's talent was evident from a young age, and he quickly became a prodigy. He made his debut performance at the age of ten, playing the Mendelssohn Violin Concerto with the Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra. Storch's family moved to the United States in 1949, and he continued his musical education there. He studied at the Juilliard School in New York City, where he was a student of Ivan Galamian. Storch's talent continued to flourish, and he won several awards and competitions during his time at Juilliard. After completing his studies at Juilliard, Storch began his professional career as a soloist and chamber musician. He performed with many of the world's leading orchestras, including the New York Philharmonic, the Boston Symphony Orchestra, and the London Symphony Orchestra. Storch was known for his virtuosic playing and his ability to bring out the emotional depth of the music he played. One of Storch's most significant performances was his debut at Carnegie Hall in 1962. He played the Brahms Violin Concerto with the New York Philharmonic, and the performance was met with critical acclaim. Storch's career continued to flourish, and he became one of the most sought-after violinists of his time. Storch was also a dedicated chamber musician and performed with many of the world's leading ensembles. He was a founding member of the Guarneri Quartet, one of the most celebrated string quartets of the 20th century. Storch played with the quartet for over 20 years, and they recorded many acclaimed albums together. In addition to his performing career, Storch was also a respected teacher. He taught at the Juilliard School, the Curtis Institute of Music, and the New England Conservatory of Music. Storch was known for his rigorous teaching style and his ability to bring out the best in his students. Storch's contributions to the world of music were recognized with many awards and honors. He was awarded the Avery Fisher Prize in 1975, one of the most prestigious awards in classical music. He was also inducted into the American Academy of Arts and Sciences in 1986. Storch continued to perform and teach until his death in 1994. He was remembered as one of the greatest violinists of his time, and his legacy continues to inspire musicians around the world.

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