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Marie-Lou Gauthier was born on May 12, 1985, in Montreal, Canada. She grew up in a family of musicians, with her mother being a pianist and her father a cellist. From a young age, Gauthier showed a natural talent for music and began playing the violin at the age of four. Gauthier's parents recognized her talent and encouraged her to pursue a career in music. She began taking private lessons with renowned violinists in Montreal and quickly gained a reputation as a prodigy. At the age of 12, she was accepted into the prestigious Juilliard School in New York City, where she studied under the tutelage of Itzhak Perlman. During her time at Juilliard, Gauthier honed her skills and developed a unique style that blended classical and contemporary music. She also began performing in major venues around the world, including Carnegie Hall and the Royal Albert Hall. In 2005, Gauthier won the prestigious International Violin Competition in Indianapolis, Indiana. Her performance of Tchaikovsky's Violin Concerto in D Major wowed the judges and earned her a standing ovation from the audience. The win catapulted Gauthier to international fame and cemented her status as one of the world's top violinists. Over the next few years, Gauthier continued to perform in major venues around the world and collaborate with other musicians. She also began to experiment with different genres of music, including jazz and rock. In 2008, she released her first album, "Marie-Lou," which featured a mix of classical and contemporary pieces. In 2010, Gauthier was invited to perform at the Nobel Peace Prize Concert in Oslo, Norway. She played a moving rendition of Samuel Barber's "Adagio for Strings," which was met with thunderous applause from the audience. The performance was broadcast to millions of viewers around the world and cemented Gauthier's reputation as a world-class musician. In 2012, Gauthier was awarded the Order of Canada, one of the country's highest honors. The award recognized her contributions to the arts and her dedication to promoting classical music to a wider audience. Throughout her career, Gauthier has remained committed to using her platform to promote social justice and equality. She has performed at numerous benefit concerts for organizations such as Amnesty International and the United Nations. She has also used her music to raise awareness about issues such as climate change and refugee rights. Today, Gauthier continues to perform and record music, and she remains one of the most respected and beloved violinists in the world. Her unique style and commitment to social justice have made her a role model for aspiring musicians and activists alike.

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