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Antonio Agri was a renowned Argentine violinist, composer, and arranger who made significant contributions to the world of classical music. Born on May 17, 1932, in Rosario, Argentina, Agri was raised in a family of musicians. His father, a bandoneon player, introduced him to music at a young age, and he began playing the violin when he was just six years old. Agri's talent for music was evident from an early age, and he quickly became a prodigy. He studied under some of the most prominent violinists of his time, including Ljerko Spiller and Alberto Lysy. By the time he was a teenager, he was already performing professionally, and he soon became a sought-after soloist and chamber musician. In the 1950s, Agri joined the orchestra of the legendary Argentine composer Astor Piazzolla. Piazzolla was a pioneer of the nuevo tango movement, which blended traditional Argentine tango music with elements of jazz and classical music. Agri's virtuosic violin playing was a perfect fit for Piazzolla's innovative sound, and the two musicians collaborated on many of Piazzolla's most famous works. Agri's work with Piazzolla helped to establish him as one of the most important musicians of his generation. He continued to perform and record with Piazzolla throughout the 1960s and 1970s, and their collaborations are still considered some of the most important works in the history of Argentine music. In addition to his work with Piazzolla, Agri also had a successful solo career. He recorded several albums as a soloist, including "Violin Virtuoso," "Tango Nuevo," and "Tango en Vivo." He also performed with some of the most prestigious orchestras in the world, including the Berlin Philharmonic, the London Symphony Orchestra, and the New York Philharmonic. Agri's talent and dedication to his craft earned him numerous awards and accolades throughout his career. In 1985, he was awarded the Konex Award, one of the most prestigious awards in Argentine culture, for his contributions to the world of music. He was also awarded the National Prize for Music in 1995, and in 2000, he was named a UNESCO Artist for Peace. Despite his success, Agri remained humble and dedicated to his art. He continued to perform and record well into his 70s, and he remained a beloved figure in the world of classical music until his death on October 17, 1998. Agri's legacy lives on through his recordings and the countless musicians he inspired. His virtuosic violin playing and innovative approach to music helped to redefine the tango and establish it as a legitimate art form. His contributions to the world of classical music will continue to be celebrated for generations to come.

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