Period

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Baroque

 

 

Romantic

 

 

Modern

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Choral

 

 

Concerto

 

 

Orchestral

 

 

Symphony

 

Ping-How Liang is a renowned classical music artist who has made a significant contribution to the world of music. Born in Taiwan in 1975, Liang showed an early interest in music and began playing the piano at the age of five. His parents recognized his talent and encouraged him to pursue his passion for music. Liang's musical journey began in earnest when he enrolled at the National Taiwan Normal University, where he studied piano performance. He later went on to study at the University of Michigan, where he earned a Master of Music degree in piano performance. Liang's talent and dedication to his craft were evident from an early age, and he quickly gained recognition as a rising star in the world of classical music. Throughout his career, Liang has performed in some of the world's most prestigious concert halls, including Carnegie Hall, the Kennedy Center, and the Berlin Philharmonic. He has also collaborated with some of the world's most renowned conductors, including Leonard Slatkin, Christoph Eschenbach, and Michael Tilson Thomas. One of Liang's most notable performances was his debut with the National Symphony Orchestra in Washington, D.C. in 2003. He performed Rachmaninoff's Piano Concerto No. 2, which was met with critical acclaim. The Washington Post praised Liang's "virtuosic technique and musical sensitivity," and he quickly became a sought-after performer in the United States and abroad. Liang has also been recognized for his exceptional talent and dedication to his craft. In 2002, he was awarded the prestigious Avery Fisher Career Grant, which is given to outstanding young musicians who show exceptional promise for a career in classical music. He has also been a recipient of the Gilmore Young Artist Award, which is given to exceptional pianists under the age of 22. In addition to his performances, Liang is also a dedicated teacher and mentor. He has served on the faculty of the University of Michigan School of Music, Theatre & Dance, and has also taught at the Peabody Institute of the Johns Hopkins University. He is known for his ability to inspire and motivate his students, and many of his former students have gone on to successful careers in music. Liang's repertoire is diverse and includes works by some of the world's most renowned composers, including Beethoven, Chopin, and Rachmaninoff. He is also known for his interpretation of contemporary music and has premiered works by several contemporary composers. Despite his success, Liang remains humble and dedicated to his craft. He continues to perform and teach, and his passion for music is evident in everything he does. He is a true inspiration to aspiring musicians around the world, and his contributions to the world of classical music will be remembered for generations to come.

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