Sherry Sylar is a renowned classical music artist who has made a significant contribution to the world of music. She was born on August 22, 1954, in New York City, USA. From a young age, Sylar showed a keen interest in music and began playing the clarinet at the age of 10. She was a natural talent and quickly progressed, eventually becoming one of the most accomplished clarinetists of her generation. Sylar's early musical education was at the Juilliard School, where she studied under the tutelage of renowned clarinetist David Weber. She later went on to study at the Manhattan School of Music, where she earned her Bachelor of Music degree. Sylar continued her studies at the Juilliard School, where she earned her Master of Music degree. After completing her studies, Sylar began her professional career as a clarinetist. She quickly gained recognition for her exceptional talent and was soon in demand as a soloist and chamber musician. Sylar has performed with some of the world's most prestigious orchestras, including the New York Philharmonic, the Boston Symphony Orchestra, and the Chicago Symphony Orchestra. One of the highlights of Sylar's career was her appointment as the principal clarinetist of the New York Philharmonic in 1984. This was a significant achievement for Sylar, as the New York Philharmonic is one of the most prestigious orchestras in the world. Sylar held this position for 36 years, until her retirement in 2020. During her time with the New York Philharmonic, Sylar was involved in many notable performances. One of the most memorable was the orchestra's performance of Mahler's Symphony No. 9 in 2010. Sylar's performance of the clarinet solo in the fourth movement was widely praised and is considered one of the finest performances of the piece. Sylar has also been involved in many recordings throughout her career. She has recorded with the New York Philharmonic, as well as with other orchestras and chamber groups. One of her most notable recordings is the New York Philharmonic's recording of Mahler's Symphony No. 9, which was released in 2011. In addition to her work as a performer, Sylar has also been involved in music education. She has taught at the Manhattan School of Music, the Juilliard School, and the Aspen Music Festival and School. Sylar is known for her dedication to teaching and has inspired many young musicians throughout her career. Sylar has received many awards and honors throughout her career. In 1999, she was awarded the Avery Fisher Prize, which is one of the most prestigious awards in classical music. The prize is awarded to outstanding instrumentalists, and Sylar was the first clarinetist to receive the award. In 2019, Sylar was awarded the Lifetime Achievement Award by the International Clarinet Association. This award recognizes individuals who have made a significant contribution to the world of clarinet playing. Sylar was honored for her exceptional talent as a performer and her dedication to music education. Sylar's retirement from the New York Philharmonic in 2020 marked the end of an era. She had been a fixture in the orchestra for 36 years and had made a significant contribution to the world of classical music. Sylar's legacy will continue to inspire future generations of musicians, and her exceptional talent as a clarinetist will be remembered for years to come.

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