Mary Lynch was born on May 12, 1985, in New York City. She grew up in a family of musicians, with her mother being a pianist and her father a cellist. From a young age, Mary showed a natural talent for music and began taking piano lessons at the age of five. As Mary grew older, she became more interested in classical music and began studying the violin. She quickly excelled at the instrument and began performing in local orchestras and competitions. At the age of 16, Mary was accepted into the prestigious Juilliard School in New York City, where she studied under the renowned violinist Itzhak Perlman. During her time at Juilliard, Mary continued to hone her skills and develop her own unique style. She began performing in solo recitals and chamber music concerts, earning critical acclaim for her technical proficiency and emotional depth. In 2005, Mary graduated from Juilliard with a Bachelor of Music degree. After graduation, Mary began performing professionally, both as a soloist and as a member of various orchestras and ensembles. She quickly gained a reputation as one of the most talented young violinists in the world, and her performances were eagerly anticipated by audiences and critics alike. In 2008, Mary was invited to perform at the prestigious Tchaikovsky Competition in Moscow, Russia. The competition is widely regarded as one of the most challenging and prestigious in the world, and Mary was one of only a handful of Americans to be invited to participate. Despite the intense competition, Mary performed brilliantly and was awarded the silver medal. Following her success at the Tchaikovsky Competition, Mary's career continued to flourish. She performed with some of the world's most renowned orchestras, including the New York Philharmonic, the London Symphony Orchestra, and the Berlin Philharmonic. She also continued to perform in solo recitals and chamber music concerts, earning critical acclaim for her performances of works by composers such as Bach, Beethoven, and Brahms. In 2012, Mary was awarded the Avery Fisher Career Grant, one of the most prestigious awards in classical music. The grant is awarded annually to young musicians who show exceptional talent and promise, and it provides financial support and recognition to help them further their careers. Mary was the first violinist to receive the award in over a decade, and it helped to solidify her position as one of the most promising young musicians of her generation. Throughout her career, Mary has remained committed to promoting classical music and inspiring young musicians. She has served as a mentor and teacher to many aspiring musicians, and she has worked to bring classical music to new audiences through innovative programming and collaborations with other artists. Today, Mary continues to perform and record, and she remains one of the most respected and admired musicians in the world of classical music. Her dedication to her craft and her commitment to promoting classical music have made her a true icon of the genre, and her legacy will continue to inspire generations of musicians to come.

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