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1975 in Moscow, Russia

 

Yuri Kalnits is a renowned classical music artist who has made a significant impact in the world of music. Born in Ukraine, Kalnits began his musical journey at a young age, showing a natural talent for the violin. He was born on 22nd June 1975 in the city of Lviv, Ukraine. His parents were both musicians, and they recognized his talent early on. They encouraged him to pursue his passion for music, and he began taking violin lessons at the age of six. Kalnits' talent was evident from the start, and he quickly progressed through the ranks. He won his first competition at the age of eight and went on to win numerous awards throughout his childhood. His parents recognized his potential and decided to move to Moscow to give him the best possible education in music. In Moscow, Kalnits attended the prestigious Central Music School, where he studied under the guidance of renowned violinist and teacher, Yuri Yankelevich. Yankelevich recognized Kalnits' talent and worked closely with him to develop his skills. Kalnits' hard work and dedication paid off, and he graduated with honors from the Central Music School. After completing his studies in Moscow, Kalnits moved to London to continue his education at the Royal College of Music. There, he studied under the guidance of renowned violinist and teacher, Felix Andrievsky. Andrievsky recognized Kalnits' talent and worked closely with him to develop his skills further. Kalnits' hard work and dedication paid off, and he graduated with honors from the Royal College of Music. Kalnits' career as a professional musician began soon after he graduated from the Royal College of Music. He quickly established himself as a talented and versatile musician, performing with some of the world's leading orchestras and conductors. He has performed in some of the world's most prestigious concert halls, including the Royal Albert Hall in London, the Carnegie Hall in New York, and the Concertgebouw in Amsterdam. One of the highlights of Kalnits' career was his performance of Tchaikovsky's Violin Concerto with the London Symphony Orchestra. The performance was widely acclaimed, and Kalnits received rave reviews for his virtuosity and musicality. He has also performed with other leading orchestras, including the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, the Moscow Philharmonic Orchestra, and the St. Petersburg Philharmonic Orchestra. Kalnits has also established himself as a chamber musician, performing with some of the world's leading ensembles. He has collaborated with pianist Peter Jablonski, cellist Alexander Baillie, and violist Maxim Rysanov, among others. He has also performed at numerous music festivals, including the Edinburgh International Festival, the Salzburg Festival, and the Verbier Festival. In addition to his performing career, Kalnits is also a respected teacher and mentor. He has taught at the Royal College of Music and the Guildhall School of Music and Drama in London. He has also given masterclasses and workshops around the world, inspiring and mentoring the next generation of musicians. Kalnits' talent and hard work have been recognized with numerous awards and honors. He was awarded the prestigious Yehudi Menuhin Award for Young Violinists in 1993 and the Royal Philharmonic Society's Young Artist Award in 1996. He was also a finalist in the BBC Young Musician of the Year competition in 1994.

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