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1994 in Naples, FL

 

Chad Hoopes is a classical music artist who has made a name for himself as a violinist. Born on December 22, 1994, in Shaker Heights, Ohio, Hoopes began playing the violin at the age of three. His parents, both musicians, recognized his talent early on and encouraged him to pursue a career in music. Hoopes began his formal training at the Cleveland Institute of Music, where he studied with David Cerone. He later went on to study with Itzhak Perlman at the Juilliard School in New York City. During his time at Juilliard, Hoopes won numerous awards and competitions, including the Young Concert Artists International Auditions in 2012. Hoopes has performed with some of the world's most prestigious orchestras, including the Cleveland Orchestra, the Philadelphia Orchestra, and the London Philharmonic Orchestra. He has also performed at some of the world's most renowned concert halls, including Carnegie Hall, the Royal Albert Hall, and the Berlin Philharmonic. One of Hoopes' most notable performances was his debut with the Cleveland Orchestra in 2007, when he was just 12 years old. He performed the first movement of Mendelssohn's Violin Concerto in E minor, and his performance was met with critical acclaim. The Cleveland Plain Dealer called him a "prodigy" and praised his "remarkable poise and musicality." Hoopes has also been recognized for his recordings. In 2014, he released his debut album, "Chad Hoopes Plays Mozart," which was praised by critics for his "impeccable technique" and "sensitive interpretation." The album features Hoopes performing Mozart's Violin Concertos No. 3 and No. 5 with the MDR Leipzig Radio Symphony Orchestra. In addition to his performances and recordings, Hoopes is also committed to music education. He has worked with the Cleveland Orchestra's "Music Explorers" program, which brings classical music to elementary school students. He has also given masterclasses at the Cleveland Institute of Music and the Juilliard School. Hoopes has received numerous awards and honors throughout his career. In addition to his win at the Young Concert Artists International Auditions, he has also won the International Fritz Kreisler Violin Competition and the International Violin Competition of Indianapolis. He has been named a "Rising Star" by the Strad magazine and a "Young Artist to Watch" by the Cleveland Plain Dealer. Despite his young age, Hoopes has already established himself as one of the most promising young violinists of his generation. His technical skill and musicality have earned him critical acclaim, and his commitment to music education has made him a role model for young musicians. As he continues to grow and develop as an artist, it is clear that Chad Hoopes has a bright future ahead of him in the world of classical music.

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