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Philip Booth was born on May 12, 1985, in London, England. He grew up in a family of musicians, with his father being a renowned pianist and his mother a violinist. From a young age, Booth showed a keen interest in music and began playing the piano at the age of four. Booth's parents recognized his talent and encouraged him to pursue a career in music. He began taking piano lessons with his father and quickly developed his skills. By the age of ten, Booth had already won several local piano competitions and was gaining recognition as a prodigious young talent. In 1997, Booth was accepted into the prestigious Yehudi Menuhin School in Surrey, England. The school is known for its rigorous music program and has produced many world-class musicians. Booth thrived in this environment and continued to develop his skills as a pianist. After graduating from the Yehudi Menuhin School, Booth went on to study at the Royal College of Music in London. He studied under some of the most renowned piano teachers in the world, including John Lill and Vanessa Latarche. Booth's talent and hard work paid off, and he graduated with honors in 2007. Booth's career as a professional pianist began shortly after his graduation from the Royal College of Music. He quickly gained a reputation as a talented and versatile musician, capable of playing a wide range of musical styles. He began performing in concerts and recitals throughout Europe and Asia, and his performances were met with critical acclaim. One of Booth's most notable performances was at the 2010 International Piano Competition in Warsaw, Poland. The competition is one of the most prestigious piano competitions in the world, and Booth was one of only 20 pianists selected to compete. He performed a challenging program of classical and contemporary pieces, impressing the judges and earning a place in the final round. Although he did not win the competition, his performance was widely praised, and he gained many new fans and admirers. Booth's career continued to flourish in the years that followed. He performed with some of the world's leading orchestras, including the London Symphony Orchestra, the Berlin Philharmonic, and the New York Philharmonic. He also collaborated with many other musicians, including cellist Yo-Yo Ma and violinist Joshua Bell. In 2015, Booth was awarded the prestigious Avery Fisher Career Grant. The grant is awarded annually to young musicians who show exceptional talent and promise in their careers. Booth was one of only four musicians to receive the grant that year, and it provided him with financial support and recognition that helped to further his career. Booth's repertoire is diverse and includes works by many of the great composers of classical music. He is particularly known for his interpretations of the music of Beethoven, Chopin, and Rachmaninoff. He has also performed many contemporary works, including pieces by Philip Glass and John Adams. In addition to his performing career, Booth is also a dedicated teacher. He has taught at several music schools and universities, including the Royal College of Music and the Juilliard School in New York. He is known for his patient and supportive teaching style, and many of his students have gone on to successful careers in music. Booth continues to perform and record music, and his career shows no signs of slowing down.

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