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Laura Whalen is a renowned classical music artist who has made a significant impact in the world of music. Born on May 12, 1985, in New York City, Laura grew up in a family of musicians. Her father was a pianist, and her mother was a violinist. Laura's parents recognized her musical talent at a young age and encouraged her to pursue music. Laura began her musical journey at the age of four when she started taking piano lessons. She showed exceptional talent and quickly progressed through the grades. At the age of eight, Laura started learning the violin, and within a year, she was already performing in local concerts. Laura's parents were her first teachers, and they provided her with a solid foundation in music theory and technique. Laura's talent did not go unnoticed, and she was soon invited to perform in various concerts and competitions. At the age of ten, Laura won her first competition, the New York State Music Teachers Association (NYSMTA) Piano Competition. This win gave her the confidence to pursue music seriously. Laura continued to excel in music, and at the age of thirteen, she was accepted into the Juilliard School's Pre-College Division. At Juilliard, Laura studied with some of the best teachers in the world, including Itzhak Perlman and Dorothy DeLay. She also had the opportunity to perform in some of the most prestigious venues in the world, such as Carnegie Hall and Lincoln Center. Laura's hard work and dedication paid off, and she won several awards and competitions during her time at Juilliard. In 2001, she won the Juilliard Pre-College Concerto Competition, which gave her the opportunity to perform with the Juilliard Orchestra. She also won the New York State Music Association (NYSMA) Violin Competition in 2002 and 2003. After graduating from Juilliard, Laura continued her studies at the Curtis Institute of Music in Philadelphia. There, she studied with renowned violinist Ida Kavafian and continued to hone her skills. Laura's talent and hard work paid off once again, and she won the Curtis Institute Concerto Competition in 2006. Laura's career as a professional musician began in 2007 when she joined the New York Philharmonic as a first violinist. She was only 22 years old at the time, making her one of the youngest members of the orchestra. Laura quickly established herself as a talented and dedicated musician, and she was soon promoted to the position of assistant concertmaster. During her time with the New York Philharmonic, Laura had the opportunity to perform with some of the world's most renowned conductors, including Lorin Maazel, Alan Gilbert, and Zubin Mehta. She also performed in some of the most prestigious venues in the world, such as the Royal Albert Hall in London and the Salle Pleyel in Paris. In addition to her work with the New York Philharmonic, Laura has also performed as a soloist and chamber musician. She has performed in various festivals, including the Marlboro Music Festival and the Santa Fe Chamber Music Festival. Laura has also collaborated with some of the world's most renowned musicians, including pianist Emanuel Ax and cellist Yo-Yo Ma. Laura's talent and hard work have been recognized with several awards and honors. In 2010, she was awarded the Avery Fisher Career Grant, which is one of the most prestigious awards in classical music. The grant recognizes exceptional young musicians who show great potential for a significant career in music.

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