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Pieter Schoeman is a renowned classical music artist who has made a significant contribution to the world of music. Born in South Africa in 1960, Schoeman began his musical journey at a young age. He started playing the violin when he was just six years old and showed a natural talent for the instrument. His parents recognized his potential and encouraged him to pursue a career in music. Schoeman's early training was under the guidance of his mother, who was a violin teacher. He later studied at the University of Cape Town, where he received a Bachelor of Music degree. He then went on to study at the Royal College of Music in London, where he received a Postgraduate Diploma in Advanced Performance. Schoeman's talent and dedication to music soon caught the attention of the music world. He was appointed as the leader of the London Philharmonic Orchestra in 2008, a position he still holds today. Prior to this, he was the leader of the Orchestre Philharmonique de Nice in France and the Johannesburg Philharmonic Orchestra in South Africa. Throughout his career, Schoeman has performed with some of the world's most prestigious orchestras, including the London Symphony Orchestra, the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, and the BBC Symphony Orchestra. He has also collaborated with many renowned conductors, such as Sir Simon Rattle, Valery Gergiev, and Bernard Haitink. One of Schoeman's most notable performances was at the 2012 London Olympics opening ceremony. He led the London Philharmonic Orchestra in a rendition of "Chariots of Fire," which was one of the highlights of the ceremony. The performance was watched by millions of people around the world and cemented Schoeman's reputation as one of the world's leading violinists. Schoeman has also received numerous awards and accolades throughout his career. In 2008, he was awarded the Order of Ikhamanga by the South African government for his contribution to music. He has also been awarded the South African Music Award for Best Classical and Instrumental Album and the Standard Bank Young Artist Award. In addition to his work as a performer, Schoeman is also a dedicated teacher. He has taught at the Royal College of Music and the Guildhall School of Music and Drama in London. He is also a visiting professor at the University of Stellenbosch in South Africa. Schoeman's dedication to music and his exceptional talent have made him one of the most respected and admired classical music artists of his generation. His performances have inspired audiences around the world, and his contributions to the world of music will continue to be celebrated for many years to come.

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