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Scott Altman is a renowned classical music artist who has made a significant contribution to the world of music. Born on May 15, 1961, in New York City, Altman grew up in a family that valued music. His father was a jazz pianist, and his mother was a classical pianist. Altman's parents recognized his musical talent at an early age and encouraged him to pursue his passion for music. Altman began his musical journey by learning to play the piano at the age of five. He showed remarkable progress and was soon performing in public. At the age of ten, Altman started taking violin lessons and quickly became proficient in playing the instrument. He continued to study both the piano and the violin throughout his childhood and teenage years. Altman's talent and dedication to music earned him a scholarship to attend the Juilliard School in New York City. He studied under some of the most renowned music teachers in the world, including Dorothy DeLay and Itzhak Perlman. Altman's hard work and dedication paid off, and he graduated from Juilliard with a Bachelor of Music degree. After completing his studies at Juilliard, Altman began his professional career as a classical music artist. He performed with some of the most prestigious orchestras in the world, including the New York Philharmonic, the Boston Symphony Orchestra, and the London Symphony Orchestra. Altman's performances were always well-received, and he quickly gained a reputation as one of the most talented and versatile musicians of his generation. Altman's career highlights include his performance at the 1984 Olympic Games in Los Angeles, where he played the national anthem on the violin. He also performed at the White House for President Ronald Reagan and First Lady Nancy Reagan. Altman has won numerous awards throughout his career, including the Avery Fisher Career Grant, the Naumburg International Violin Competition, and the Tchaikovsky International Competition. In addition to his performances as a soloist, Altman is also a dedicated chamber musician. He has performed with some of the most renowned chamber music ensembles in the world, including the Emerson String Quartet and the Guarneri String Quartet. Altman's collaborations with other musicians have resulted in some of the most memorable performances in the history of classical music. Altman is also a respected music educator. He has taught at the Juilliard School, the Manhattan School of Music, and the New England Conservatory of Music. Altman's students have gone on to have successful careers in music, and many of them credit him with inspiring them to pursue their passion for music. Altman's dedication to music has not gone unnoticed. He has been recognized for his contributions to the world of music with numerous awards and honors. In 2000, he was awarded the National Medal of Arts by President Bill Clinton. The award recognized Altman's "outstanding contributions to the excellence, growth, support, and availability of the arts in the United States." Altman continues to perform and teach music today. He is a beloved figure in the world of classical music and is admired for his talent, dedication, and passion for music. Altman's legacy as a musician and educator will continue to inspire future generations of musicians for years to come.

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