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Graham Trew was a renowned classical music artist who made significant contributions to the world of music. Born on August 12, 1948, in London, England, Trew was raised in a family that had a deep appreciation for music. His father was a professional pianist, and his mother was a music teacher. Trew's parents recognized his musical talent at an early age and encouraged him to pursue a career in music. Trew began his musical training at the age of six, studying the piano under the guidance of his father. He showed remarkable progress and was soon performing in public concerts. At the age of ten, Trew started learning the violin, and within a few years, he had become proficient in playing the instrument. He continued his musical education at the Royal Academy of Music in London, where he studied under some of the most renowned music teachers of the time. Trew's talent as a violinist was soon recognized, and he began performing in concerts across the UK. He made his debut as a soloist with the London Symphony Orchestra at the age of 18, playing the Mendelssohn Violin Concerto. The performance was a huge success, and Trew received critical acclaim for his virtuosity and musicality. Over the next few years, Trew continued to perform in concerts across Europe, establishing himself as one of the most promising young violinists of his generation. He won several prestigious awards, including the Carl Flesch International Violin Competition in London and the International Tchaikovsky Competition in Moscow. In 1972, Trew was invited to perform at the Proms, one of the most prestigious classical music festivals in the world. He played the Beethoven Violin Concerto, and the performance was hailed as a triumph. Trew's interpretation of the concerto was praised for its sensitivity and emotional depth, and he received a standing ovation from the audience. Trew's career continued to flourish in the 1970s and 1980s, and he became a regular performer at major music festivals across the world. He collaborated with some of the most renowned conductors and orchestras of the time, including Sir Simon Rattle, the Berlin Philharmonic, and the New York Philharmonic. In addition to his performances as a soloist, Trew was also a passionate chamber musician. He formed a string quartet with three other musicians, and the group became known for their innovative interpretations of classical music. They performed at major music festivals across Europe and recorded several albums that received critical acclaim. Trew's musical career was not without its challenges. In the early 1990s, he suffered a serious injury to his left hand, which threatened to end his career as a violinist. However, with determination and hard work, Trew was able to overcome the injury and return to performing at the highest level. In the later years of his career, Trew became increasingly interested in teaching and mentoring young musicians. He was a professor of violin at the Royal Academy of Music in London and also taught at several other music schools across Europe. He was known for his passionate and inspiring teaching style, and many of his students went on to have successful careers in music. Trew's contributions to the world of classical music were recognized with several awards and honors. He was made a Commander of the Order of the British Empire (CBE) in 1998 for his services to music, and he was also awarded the Royal Philharmonic Society's Instrumentalist Award in 2003.

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