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Conductor  

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Chamber

 

 

Choral

 

 

Vocal

 

Warren Stewart is a renowned classical music artist who has made significant contributions to the world of early music. He was born on August 22, 1944, in San Francisco, California, and grew up in a family that valued music and the arts. His father was a jazz musician, and his mother was a painter, which exposed him to different forms of art from a young age. Stewart's interest in music began at an early age, and he started playing the piano when he was just five years old. However, it was not until he was in high school that he discovered his love for early music. He was introduced to the music of the Renaissance and Baroque periods by his music teacher, who played recordings of the music in class. This sparked his interest in early music, and he began to explore it further. After high school, Stewart attended the University of California, Berkeley, where he studied musicology and early music. He also studied voice with the renowned early music singer, Max van Egmond. During this time, he became involved with the San Francisco Early Music Society, which was instrumental in promoting early music in the Bay Area. Stewart's career as a performer began in the 1970s when he joined the ensemble Musica Pacifica. The group specialized in early music from the Baroque and Renaissance periods and performed on period instruments. Stewart was the bass singer in the ensemble and quickly gained a reputation for his rich and resonant voice. In 1978, Stewart founded the ensemble Magnificat, which focused on music from the 17th and 18th centuries. The group quickly gained a following and became known for their innovative and engaging performances. Stewart served as the artistic director and bass singer for the ensemble, and under his leadership, Magnificat became one of the most respected early music ensembles in the United States. Stewart's performances with Magnificat were marked by his attention to detail and his commitment to historical accuracy. He was known for his ability to bring the music of the past to life and make it relevant to modern audiences. His performances were praised for their energy, passion, and authenticity. Over the years, Stewart and Magnificat performed at some of the most prestigious venues in the world, including Carnegie Hall, the Kennedy Center, and the Edinburgh Festival. They also recorded numerous albums, many of which received critical acclaim. Stewart's contributions to the world of early music have been recognized with numerous awards and honors. In 1999, he was awarded the Howard Mayer Brown Award for lifetime achievement in early music. He was also awarded the Early Music America Thomas Binkley Award in 2010, which recognizes outstanding achievement in performance and scholarship in the field of early music. Stewart's legacy as a performer and scholar of early music is significant. He has inspired countless musicians and audiences with his passion for the music of the past. His commitment to historical accuracy and his ability to bring the music to life have made him one of the most respected and beloved figures in the world of early music. In addition to his work as a performer, Stewart has also been a dedicated teacher and mentor. He has taught at numerous universities and conservatories, including the San Francisco Conservatory of Music and the University of California, Berkeley. He has also served as a mentor to many young musicians, helping to inspire and guide them in their own careers.

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