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Conductor  

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Antje Weithaas is a renowned German violinist who has made a name for herself in the world of classical music. Born on September 22, 1966, in Bremen, Germany, Weithaas grew up in a family of musicians. Her father was a cellist, and her mother was a pianist, so it was only natural that she would develop an interest in music at a young age. Weithaas began playing the violin when she was just four years old, and by the time she was six, she was already performing in public. She studied at the Hochschule für Musik und Theater Hannover with the renowned violinist and pedagogue, Ulf Hoelscher, and later with Dorothy DeLay at the Juilliard School in New York. Weithaas made her debut as a soloist with the Berlin Philharmonic Orchestra at the age of 17, and since then, she has performed with some of the world's most prestigious orchestras, including the London Symphony Orchestra, the Boston Symphony Orchestra, and the Tokyo Symphony Orchestra. One of the highlights of Weithaas's career was her performance of the complete Beethoven violin sonatas with pianist Silke Avenhaus. The duo performed the sonatas in a series of concerts in Germany, which received critical acclaim. Weithaas has also recorded the complete sonatas for the violin and piano by Johannes Brahms with pianist Lars Vogt. Weithaas has won numerous awards throughout her career, including the prestigious Bach Prize of the Free and Hanseatic City of Hamburg in 2003. She was also awarded the Brahms Prize in 2015, which is given to musicians who have made significant contributions to the interpretation and performance of the music of Johannes Brahms. In addition to her work as a soloist, Weithaas is also a dedicated chamber musician. She has performed with some of the world's most renowned chamber ensembles, including the Artemis Quartet and the Leipzig String Quartet. Weithaas is also a professor of violin at the Hochschule für Musik "Hanns Eisler" in Berlin. Weithaas is known for her passionate and expressive playing, as well as her technical mastery of the violin. She has a deep understanding of the music she performs, and her interpretations are always thoughtful and nuanced. Weithaas is also known for her commitment to new music, and she has premiered works by some of today's most exciting composers. In conclusion, Antje Weithaas is a world-class violinist who has made a significant contribution to the world of classical music. Her passion for music, technical mastery, and commitment to new music have made her one of the most respected musicians of her generation. Weithaas's performances are always a joy to watch, and her recordings are a testament to her artistry and dedication to her craft.

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