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Mary Cotton Savini was born on May 12, 1985, in New York City. She grew up in a family of musicians, with her mother being a pianist and her father a cellist. From a young age, Mary showed a natural talent for music and began taking piano lessons at the age of four. As she grew older, Mary's love for music only intensified, and she began to explore other instruments. She started playing the violin at the age of eight and quickly became proficient in the instrument. By the time she was a teenager, Mary was already performing in local orchestras and winning awards for her musical abilities. After graduating from high school, Mary attended the Juilliard School in New York City, where she studied under some of the most renowned classical musicians in the world. During her time at Juilliard, Mary continued to excel in her studies and was awarded numerous scholarships and awards for her musical achievements. After graduating from Juilliard, Mary began her professional career as a classical musician. She quickly gained a reputation as one of the most talented and versatile musicians in the industry, and her performances were praised for their technical precision and emotional depth. One of Mary's most notable performances came in 2010, when she was invited to perform at the Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C. The performance was part of a special concert series celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Kennedy Center, and Mary was one of only a handful of musicians selected to perform. The concert was a huge success, and Mary's performance was widely praised by critics and audiences alike. She was hailed as a rising star in the classical music world, and her career continued to flourish in the years that followed. In addition to her performances, Mary also became known for her work as a composer and arranger. She wrote numerous pieces for solo piano, violin, and orchestra, and her compositions were performed by some of the most prestigious orchestras in the world. Throughout her career, Mary received numerous awards and accolades for her musical achievements. She was a recipient of the prestigious MacArthur Fellowship, which is often referred to as the "genius grant" and is awarded to individuals who have shown exceptional creativity and talent in their field. Mary also received the National Medal of Arts, which is the highest honor given to artists and arts patrons by the United States government. The award recognized Mary's contributions to the classical music world and her dedication to promoting the arts. Despite her many accomplishments, Mary remained humble and dedicated to her craft. She continued to perform and compose until her death in 2018, leaving behind a legacy of musical excellence that will continue to inspire future generations of musicians.

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