Demarre McGill is an American classical musician who is principal flutist of the Seattle Symphony.[1] He is also one of the few African-American musicians who hold positions in professional orchestras.[2]
Demarre McGill | |
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| Born | August 28, 1975 Chicago, Illinois |
| Genres | Classical |
| Instrument | Flute |
| Member of | Dallas Symphony Orchestra Seattle Symphony San Diego Symphony |
| Website | demarremcgill |
Early life and education
editMcGill began playing the flute at age seven when his parents exposed him and his brother to music. He was educated at Curtis Institute of Music, studying under Julius Baker and Jeffrey Khaner. He later continued his studies with Baker at the Juilliard School, receiving a Masters of Music degree.[3]
Career
editIn May 2012, McGill and his brother, Anthony McGill, performed the world premiere of Joel Puckett's Concerto Duo for Flute and Clarinet with the Chicago Youth Symphony Orchestra, the orchestra where they began their musical careers.[4]
McGill has been the recipient of the Avery Fisher Career Grant, an award given every year to outstanding instrumentalists.[5] His younger brother, Anthony, is the principal clarinet of the New York Philharmonic.[6]
References
edit- ^ "Demarre McGill". May 21, 2018. Retrieved July 9, 2018.
- ^ Hemphill, Evie (February 14, 2018). "African-American presence growing 'slowly but surely' in classical music, say visiting musicians". Retrieved July 9, 2018.
- ^ "Demarre McGill, Flutist". Demarre McGill, Flutist. Retrieved 2023-09-14.
- ^ von Rhein, John (June 14, 2018). "Recommended Chicago classical concerts for June 15–21". Chicago Tribune. Retrieved July 9, 2018.
- ^ "Demarre McGill Joins the New York Youth Symphony at Carnegie Hall". December 18, 2017. Retrieved July 9, 2018.
- ^ Sewell, Amanda (September 19, 2017). "Clarinetist Anthony McGill and flutist Demarre McGill in conversation". Retrieved July 9, 2018.