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Ezgi Kutlu is a Turkish classical pianist who has gained international recognition for her exceptional talent and musicality. Born on May 5, 1992, in Istanbul, Turkey, Kutlu showed an early interest in music and began playing the piano at the age of five. Her parents, who were both music lovers, recognized her talent and encouraged her to pursue a career in music. Kutlu's early musical education was under the guidance of her mother, who was a piano teacher. She received her first formal training at the Istanbul University State Conservatory, where she studied with renowned pianist and pedagogue Ayşegül Sarıca. Kutlu's talent was evident from the beginning, and she quickly became one of the most promising young pianists in Turkey. In 2010, Kutlu won first prize in the Istanbul International Piano Competition, which marked the beginning of her international career. She went on to win several other prestigious competitions, including the International Piano Competition in Rome, the International Piano Competition in Valencia, and the International Piano Competition in San Marino. Kutlu's talent and hard work paid off when she was awarded a full scholarship to study at the Royal Academy of Music in London. There, she studied with renowned pianists such as Christopher Elton and Joanna MacGregor, and honed her skills as a performer and musician. She graduated with a Bachelor of Music degree with First Class Honours in 2015, and went on to complete her Master of Music degree with Distinction in 2017. Kutlu's performances have been praised for their technical brilliance and emotional depth. She has performed in some of the world's most prestigious concert halls, including the Royal Albert Hall, the Wigmore Hall, and the Berlin Philharmonic. She has also collaborated with some of the world's leading orchestras, including the London Philharmonic Orchestra, the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, and the Istanbul State Symphony Orchestra. One of Kutlu's most memorable performances was her debut recital at the Wigmore Hall in London in 2016. The concert was sold out, and Kutlu received a standing ovation for her performance of works by Beethoven, Chopin, and Liszt. The Guardian praised her performance, saying that "Kutlu's playing was technically flawless, but it was her musicality that really shone through. She has a rare ability to connect with the audience and convey the emotional depth of the music." Kutlu has also been recognized for her recordings, which have received critical acclaim. Her debut album, "Chopin: The Complete Nocturnes," was released in 2018 and was praised for its sensitivity and musicality. The album was nominated for the International Classical Music Awards and was named "Editor's Choice" by Gramophone magazine. In addition to her performing career, Kutlu is also a dedicated teacher and mentor. She has taught masterclasses at the Istanbul University State Conservatory and the Royal Academy of Music, and has mentored young pianists through the Young Musicians' Foundation in London. Kutlu's talent and dedication have earned her numerous awards and honors. In 2018, she was awarded the prestigious "Young Musician of the Year" award by the Istanbul Foundation for Culture and Arts. She was also named a "Rising Star" by the European Concert Hall Organization, which led to a series of concerts in some of Europe's most prestigious concert halls.

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