Country

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United Kingdom

Birth

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June 6, 1927 in London, England

Death

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June 15, 2004 in England

Genre

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Vocal

 

Lennie Bush was a renowned double bassist in the world of classical music. He was born on January 6, 1927, in London, England. Bush was the son of a professional musician, and he grew up in a musical family. His father played the double bass, and his mother was a pianist. Bush started playing the piano at a young age, but he soon switched to the double bass, which became his primary instrument. Bush's talent for the double bass was evident from an early age, and he quickly became a sought-after musician. He began his professional career in the 1940s, playing in various jazz bands in London. However, he soon realized that his true passion was classical music, and he began to focus on this genre. In the 1950s, Bush joined the London Symphony Orchestra, where he played for over 20 years. During his time with the orchestra, he performed in some of the most prestigious concert halls in the world, including Carnegie Hall in New York and the Royal Albert Hall in London. He also played under the baton of some of the most renowned conductors of the time, including Sir Georg Solti and Leonard Bernstein. Bush's talent and dedication to his craft did not go unnoticed, and he received numerous awards and accolades throughout his career. In 1960, he was awarded the Royal Philharmonic Society's Instrumentalist of the Year award. He also received the Order of the British Empire in 1978 for his services to music. One of the highlights of Bush's career was his performance of Gustav Mahler's Symphony No. 2, also known as the Resurrection Symphony, with the London Symphony Orchestra in 1966. The performance was conducted by Leonard Bernstein and was recorded live at the Royal Albert Hall. The recording has since become a classic and is considered one of the best performances of the piece. Bush was also a prolific recording artist, and he recorded with some of the most renowned classical musicians of the time, including Jacqueline du Pré and Yehudi Menuhin. He also recorded several solo albums, including a recording of Johann Sebastian Bach's Cello Suites, which he transcribed for the double bass. In addition to his work as a performer, Bush was also a respected teacher. He taught at the Royal Academy of Music in London and was a visiting professor at several universities in the United States. He was known for his dedication to his students and for his ability to inspire them to reach their full potential. Bush retired from the London Symphony Orchestra in 1978 but continued to perform and record until his death in 2004. He was widely regarded as one of the greatest double bassists of his time and left a lasting legacy in the world of classical music. His recordings and performances continue to inspire and influence musicians today, and his dedication to his craft serves as an inspiration to aspiring musicians around the world.

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