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1989

 

Dinara Klinton is a Ukrainian classical pianist who has gained international recognition for her virtuosic performances and musical interpretations. Born on December 1, 1989, in Simferopol, Crimea, Dinara showed an early interest in music and began playing the piano at the age of five. Her parents, who were both engineers, recognized her talent and encouraged her to pursue a career in music. Dinara's early musical education was under the guidance of Natalia Gridneva, a renowned Ukrainian pianist and teacher. She later studied at the Moscow State Conservatory with Eliso Virsaladze, a Georgian pianist and pedagogue who had trained some of the world's most celebrated pianists, including Arcadi Volodos and Nikolai Lugansky. Under Virsaladze's tutelage, Dinara honed her technical skills and developed a deep understanding of the music she played. In 2007, Dinara won first prize at the International Rachmaninov Competition in Moscow, which marked the beginning of her career as a concert pianist. She went on to win several other prestigious competitions, including the 2012 Scottish International Piano Competition and the 2015 Cleveland International Piano Competition. Dinara has performed in some of the world's most renowned concert halls, including the Royal Albert Hall in London, the Carnegie Hall in New York, and the Mariinsky Theatre in St. Petersburg. She has collaborated with many leading orchestras, such as the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, the Moscow Philharmonic Orchestra, and the Cleveland Orchestra. One of Dinara's most notable performances was at the 2015 Cleveland International Piano Competition, where she played Tchaikovsky's Piano Concerto No. 1 with the Cleveland Orchestra. Her performance was praised for its technical brilliance and emotional depth, and she was awarded first prize in the competition. Dinara is also an avid chamber musician and has collaborated with many renowned musicians, including cellist Mischa Maisky and violinist Maxim Vengerov. She has performed at numerous music festivals, such as the Verbier Festival in Switzerland and the International Piano Festival in La Roque d'Anthéron, France. In addition to her performing career, Dinara is also a dedicated teacher and has given masterclasses in many countries, including the United States, China, and South Korea. She is passionate about sharing her knowledge and experience with young musicians and helping them to develop their own musical voices. Dinara's repertoire is vast and includes works by many of the great composers, such as Bach, Beethoven, Chopin, Liszt, Rachmaninov, and Tchaikovsky. She is particularly known for her interpretations of the music of Rachmaninov, whose works she has recorded on several albums. Dinara's recordings have received critical acclaim and have been praised for their technical precision and musical sensitivity. Her debut album, featuring works by Chopin and Liszt, was released in 2016 and was followed by a recording of Rachmaninov's Piano Concerto No. 2 with the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra. Dinara's musical achievements have been recognized with numerous awards and honors. In 2016, she was awarded the title of Honored Artist of Ukraine, which is the highest honor that can be bestowed upon a Ukrainian artist. She has also been awarded the Order of Merit, which is a state award given to individuals who have made significant contributions to Ukrainian culture.

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