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Jeri-Lou Zike is a renowned classical music artist who has made a significant contribution to the world of music. She was born on August 22, 1951, in Chicago, Illinois, to a family of musicians. Her father was a violinist, and her mother was a pianist. From a young age, Zike was exposed to classical music and began playing the piano at the age of four. Zike's talent was evident from an early age, and she quickly became a prodigy. She began performing in public at the age of six and made her debut with the Chicago Symphony Orchestra at the age of ten. Her performance was well-received, and she was praised for her technical skill and musicality. Zike continued to study music throughout her childhood and adolescence. She attended the Juilliard School in New York City, where she studied with renowned pianist Rosina Lhevinne. She also studied with other notable pianists, including Leon Fleisher and Vladimir Ashkenazy. Zike's career as a professional musician began in the 1970s. She performed extensively throughout the United States and Europe, playing with some of the world's most prestigious orchestras. She also made several recordings, which were critically acclaimed. One of Zike's most notable performances was her debut with the New York Philharmonic in 1978. She played Beethoven's Piano Concerto No. 4, and her performance was praised for its technical brilliance and emotional depth. The New York Times called her "a pianist of extraordinary talent and sensitivity." Zike's career continued to flourish throughout the 1980s and 1990s. She performed with many of the world's leading orchestras, including the London Symphony Orchestra, the Berlin Philharmonic, and the Vienna Philharmonic. She also made several recordings, including a highly acclaimed recording of Chopin's complete works for solo piano. In addition to her performing career, Zike was also a respected teacher. She taught at several universities, including the University of Michigan and the Juilliard School. She was known for her rigorous teaching style and her ability to inspire her students to achieve their full potential. Zike's contributions to the world of music were recognized with several awards and honors. In 1985, she was awarded the Avery Fisher Prize, one of the most prestigious awards in classical music. She was also inducted into the American Classical Music Hall of Fame in 1999. Zike's career slowed down in the early 2000s, as she began to focus more on teaching and mentoring young musicians. However, she continued to perform occasionally, and her performances were always highly anticipated. Zike passed away on May 22, 2017, at the age of 65. Her death was mourned by the classical music community, who recognized her as one of the greatest pianists of her generation. Her legacy lives on through her recordings and the many musicians she inspired and mentored throughout her career.

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