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Thomas Stacy was a renowned classical music artist who made a significant contribution to the world of music through his exceptional skills as an oboist. Born on August 23, 1936, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Stacy grew up in a family that was passionate about music. His father was a violinist, and his mother was a pianist, which meant that Stacy was exposed to music from a very young age. Stacy's love for music was evident from an early age, and he began playing the oboe when he was just 12 years old. He was a natural talent and quickly became proficient in playing the instrument. Stacy's parents recognized his talent and encouraged him to pursue a career in music. Stacy attended the Curtis Institute of Music in Philadelphia, where he studied under the guidance of John de Lancie, the principal oboist of the Philadelphia Orchestra. Stacy's time at the Curtis Institute was a turning point in his career, as he honed his skills and developed a deep understanding of music. After completing his studies at the Curtis Institute, Stacy joined the Houston Symphony Orchestra as the principal oboist. He held this position for four years before moving to New York City to join the New York Philharmonic as the principal oboist in 1965. Stacy remained with the New York Philharmonic for 43 years, until his retirement in 2008. During his time with the New York Philharmonic, Stacy became one of the most respected and admired oboists in the world. He was known for his exceptional technique, beautiful tone, and musicality. Stacy was also a prolific performer, and he played in countless concerts and recordings with the New York Philharmonic. One of the highlights of Stacy's career was his performance of Richard Strauss's Oboe Concerto with the New York Philharmonic in 1976. This performance was widely acclaimed, and it cemented Stacy's reputation as one of the greatest oboists of his time. Stacy was also a dedicated teacher, and he taught at the Juilliard School in New York City for many years. He was known for his patient and nurturing approach to teaching, and many of his students went on to have successful careers in music. Stacy's contributions to the world of music were recognized with numerous awards and honors. In 1999, he was awarded the Theodore Thomas Award by the Chicago Symphony Orchestra, which is given to musicians who have made significant contributions to the field of music. Stacy was also awarded the Lifetime Achievement Award by the International Double Reed Society in 2008. Stacy's retirement from the New York Philharmonic in 2008 marked the end of an era in classical music. He had been a fixture in the orchestra for over four decades, and his absence was deeply felt by his colleagues and fans alike. Despite his retirement, Stacy remained active in the music world. He continued to teach and perform, and he was a frequent guest artist with orchestras around the world. Stacy also recorded several albums, including a critically acclaimed recording of Bach's Oboe Concerto. Thomas Stacy passed away on June 14, 2016, at the age of 79. His death was a great loss to the music world, but his legacy lives on through his recordings, his students, and the countless musicians who were inspired by his talent and dedication. Stacy will always be remembered as one of the greatest oboists of all time, and his contributions to the world of music will never be forgotten.

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