Role

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Composer Conductor  

Birth

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1965 in San Francisco, CA

Genre

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Concerto

 

 

Vocal

 

Jeannette Sorrell is a renowned classical music artist who has made a significant impact on the world of music. She was born on September 8, 1965, in New York City, USA. Sorrell grew up in a musical family, and her parents were both professional musicians. Her father was a violinist, and her mother was a pianist. Sorrell started playing the piano at the age of three and later learned to play the harpsichord. Sorrell attended the Oberlin Conservatory of Music, where she studied harpsichord and conducting. She later earned a master's degree in conducting from the University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music. Sorrell's passion for music led her to explore different genres, including jazz, folk, and early music. In 1992, Sorrell founded the Cleveland-based Baroque orchestra, Apollo's Fire. The orchestra specializes in performing Baroque music on period instruments. Sorrell serves as the artistic director and conductor of the orchestra. Under her leadership, Apollo's Fire has become one of the most respected Baroque orchestras in the world. Sorrell has also performed as a soloist and chamber musician. She has performed with many renowned orchestras, including the Handel and Haydn Society, the Boston Baroque, and the Seattle Baroque Orchestra. Sorrell has also collaborated with many famous musicians, including Yo-Yo Ma, Joshua Bell, and Dawn Upshaw. Sorrell's performances have received critical acclaim, and she has won many awards for her work. In 2003, she received the prestigious Echo Klassik Award for her recording of Handel's "Messiah." In 2013, Sorrell was awarded the Cleveland Arts Prize for her contributions to the arts in Cleveland. Sorrell's passion for music has also led her to become an educator. She has taught at many prestigious institutions, including the Oberlin Conservatory of Music, Case Western Reserve University, and the Cleveland Institute of Music. Sorrell has also conducted masterclasses and workshops around the world. Sorrell's dedication to music has also led her to explore new ways of presenting classical music to audiences. In 2011, she created a multimedia production of Monteverdi's "Orfeo," which combined music, dance, and theater. The production was a huge success and received critical acclaim. Sorrell's commitment to music has also led her to become an advocate for music education. She has spoken out about the importance of music education in schools and has worked to promote music education programs in underserved communities. In conclusion, Jeannette Sorrell is a remarkable classical music artist who has made a significant impact on the world of music. Her passion for music has led her to explore different genres and to become an accomplished performer, conductor, and educator. Sorrell's dedication to music has also led her to explore new ways of presenting classical music to audiences and to become an advocate for music education. Sorrell's contributions to the world of music will continue to inspire and influence future generations of musicians.

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