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Paul Shure was a renowned classical music artist who made a significant contribution to the world of music. He was born on August 8, 1929, in Los Angeles, California, to a family of musicians. His father, Samuel Shure, was a violinist, and his mother, Lillian Shure, was a pianist. Paul grew up in a musical environment and started playing the violin at the age of four. Paul's talent was evident from a young age, and he quickly became a prodigy. He studied under some of the best violin teachers in the world, including Jascha Heifetz, Nathan Milstein, and Ivan Galamian. He also attended the Juilliard School in New York City, where he received a Bachelor of Music degree. In 1951, Paul joined the Los Angeles Philharmonic Orchestra as a first violinist. He played with the orchestra for 12 years and was known for his exceptional technique and musicality. During his time with the orchestra, he also performed as a soloist with various other orchestras, including the New York Philharmonic and the Boston Symphony Orchestra. In 1963, Paul left the Los Angeles Philharmonic Orchestra to pursue a career as a studio musician. He quickly became one of the most sought-after studio musicians in Los Angeles and played on countless recordings for movies, television shows, and albums. He also played on many famous songs, including The Beach Boys' "Good Vibrations" and Frank Sinatra's "Strangers in the Night." Despite his success as a studio musician, Paul continued to perform as a soloist and chamber musician. He was a founding member of the Los Angeles Piano Quartet and the Los Angeles Chamber Orchestra. He also performed with many other chamber groups, including the Guarneri Quartet and the Tokyo String Quartet. Throughout his career, Paul received many awards and honors for his contributions to the world of music. In 1972, he was awarded the Outstanding Alumni Award from the Juilliard School. In 1989, he received the Distinguished Alumni Award from the University of Southern California. He was also a member of the American String Quartet Society and the American Federation of Musicians. One of the highlights of Paul's career was his performance at the White House for President Jimmy Carter in 1978. He played a solo violin piece by Bach, which was met with a standing ovation from the audience. He also performed at the Hollywood Bowl and the Lincoln Center in New York City. Paul continued to perform and record music until his death on June 26, 2018, at the age of 88. He left behind a legacy of exceptional musicianship and dedication to the art of classical music. His contributions to the world of music will be remembered for generations to come.

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