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Matthew Spring is a renowned classical music artist who has made significant contributions to the world of early music. He was born in 1969 in the United Kingdom and grew up in a family of musicians. His father was a professional musician, and his mother was a music teacher. From a young age, Spring showed a keen interest in music and began playing the guitar and the lute. Spring's musical education began at the Royal College of Music in London, where he studied the guitar and the lute. He later went on to study at the Schola Cantorum Basiliensis in Switzerland, where he focused on early music performance. During his time in Switzerland, Spring had the opportunity to work with some of the most renowned early music performers in the world, including Jordi Savall and Hopkinson Smith. After completing his studies, Spring began performing professionally as a soloist and as a member of various ensembles. He quickly gained a reputation as a skilled and versatile musician, capable of playing a wide range of instruments and styles. Spring's performances were praised for their technical precision, musicality, and emotional depth. One of Spring's most significant contributions to the world of early music was his work with the ensemble The Dufay Collective. The group, which was founded in 1987, specialized in performing music from the medieval and Renaissance periods. Spring joined the ensemble in 1992 and quickly became one of its most prominent members. He played a variety of instruments with the group, including the lute, the guitar, and the vielle. With The Dufay Collective, Spring performed at some of the most prestigious venues in the world, including the Royal Albert Hall in London and the Concertgebouw in Amsterdam. The group also recorded several critically acclaimed albums, including "Cancionero: Music for the Spanish Court" and "Music for Alfonso X." In addition to his work with The Dufay Collective, Spring has also performed with a number of other ensembles, including The Carnival Band, The York Waits, and The City Waites. He has also collaborated with a wide range of musicians, including the soprano Emma Kirkby and the jazz pianist Joanna MacGregor. Spring's contributions to the world of early music have been recognized with numerous awards and honors. In 1998, he was awarded the prestigious Early Music Award by the Royal Academy of Music in London. He has also been awarded the Diapason d'Or, the Gramophone Award, and the Edison Award for his recordings. In addition to his work as a performer, Spring is also a respected music educator. He has taught at a number of institutions, including the Royal College of Music and the Guildhall School of Music and Drama. He has also led workshops and masterclasses around the world, sharing his knowledge and expertise with aspiring musicians. Today, Spring continues to perform and record music, as well as teach and mentor young musicians. His contributions to the world of early music have helped to preserve and promote this rich and vibrant musical tradition, ensuring that it will continue to be enjoyed by generations to come.

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