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Classical

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Chamber

 

Reszo Pertorini was a Hungarian classical music artist who was born on January 12, 1925, in Budapest, Hungary. He was the youngest of three children born to his parents, who were both musicians. His father was a violinist, and his mother was a pianist. From a young age, Pertorini was exposed to music and began playing the piano at the age of four. Pertorini's talent for music was evident from an early age, and he began studying at the Franz Liszt Academy of Music in Budapest when he was just six years old. He studied under some of the most renowned musicians of the time, including Zoltán Kodály and Béla Bartók. He quickly became known for his exceptional talent and was soon performing in concerts throughout Hungary. In 1944, when Pertorini was 19 years old, Hungary was occupied by Nazi Germany. During this time, he continued to perform in secret concerts, often risking his life to do so. After the war, he continued his studies at the Franz Liszt Academy of Music and graduated with honors in 1948. Pertorini's career as a professional musician began in the early 1950s when he began performing with the Hungarian State Symphony Orchestra. He quickly gained a reputation as one of the most talented pianists of his generation and began performing in concerts throughout Europe. In 1956, Pertorini left Hungary and moved to the United States, where he continued his career as a concert pianist. He performed with some of the most prestigious orchestras in the country, including the New York Philharmonic and the Boston Symphony Orchestra. He also performed in solo recitals throughout the United States and Europe. Throughout his career, Pertorini received numerous awards and accolades for his exceptional talent. In 1961, he was awarded the Franz Liszt Prize, one of the most prestigious awards in classical music. He was also awarded the Kossuth Prize, the highest honor given to artists in Hungary, in 1973. One of the highlights of Pertorini's career was his performance at the White House in 1978. He was invited to perform for President Jimmy Carter and his wife, Rosalynn, and received a standing ovation for his performance. Pertorini continued to perform throughout the 1980s and 1990s, even as he battled health issues. He suffered a stroke in 1995, which left him partially paralyzed, but he continued to perform with the use of only one hand. He passed away on December 31, 1998, at the age of 73. Reszo Pertorini was a true master of the piano, and his exceptional talent and dedication to his craft made him one of the most renowned classical musicians of his time. His legacy lives on through his recordings and the countless musicians he inspired throughout his career.

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