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Composer Conductor  

Birth

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1953

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Classical

 

 

Romantic

 

 

Contemporary

 

 

Modern

 

David Owen Norris is a renowned classical music artist who has made significant contributions to the world of music as a pianist, broadcaster, and writer. Born on 1st July 1953 in London, England, Norris grew up in a family of musicians. His father was a composer, and his mother was a singer, which exposed him to music at an early age. He started playing the piano at the age of four and showed exceptional talent, which led him to pursue a career in music. Norris attended the Royal College of Music in London, where he studied piano with Kendall Taylor and composition with Herbert Howells. He graduated with a Bachelor of Music degree in 1974 and went on to pursue a Master of Arts degree in Musicology at the University of London. During his studies, Norris won several awards, including the prestigious Royal Philharmonic Society Prize for his performance of Beethoven's Piano Sonata No. 32 in C minor. After completing his studies, Norris embarked on a successful career as a pianist, performing in major concert halls around the world. He has collaborated with renowned conductors and orchestras, including the London Symphony Orchestra, the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, and the BBC Symphony Orchestra. Some of his notable performances include his rendition of Beethoven's Piano Concerto No. 5 in E-flat major, which he performed with the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra at the Royal Albert Hall in 1985. In addition to his career as a pianist, Norris is also a prolific broadcaster and writer. He has presented several music programs on BBC Radio 3, including "Composer of the Week" and "Spirit of the Age." He has also written several books on music, including "The Complete Classical Music Guide" and "Beethoven: The Man Revealed." Norris has received numerous awards and accolades for his contributions to the world of music. In 1998, he was awarded the Royal Philharmonic Society's Instrumentalist Award for his outstanding contributions to classical music. He was also awarded an Honorary Doctorate of Music by the University of Southampton in 2009 in recognition of his achievements in the field of music. Norris continues to perform, broadcast, and write about music, inspiring and educating audiences around the world. His passion for music and his exceptional talent have made him one of the most respected and admired classical music artists of our time.

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