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Nina Postolovskaya was a renowned classical pianist born on August 22, 1914, in Kiev, Ukraine. She was born into a family of musicians, and her father was a well-known conductor. Nina showed an early interest in music and began playing the piano at the age of four. Her father recognized her talent and began teaching her himself. At the age of six, Nina gave her first public performance, and by the age of nine, she had already performed with the Kiev Philharmonic Orchestra. Her talent was evident, and she was quickly recognized as a child prodigy. She continued her studies at the Kiev Conservatory, where she was taught by some of the most prominent pianists of the time. In 1935, Nina won first prize at the All-Union Piano Competition in Moscow, which launched her career as a professional pianist. She went on to perform in some of the most prestigious concert halls in the world, including Carnegie Hall in New York, the Royal Albert Hall in London, and the Concertgebouw in Amsterdam. Nina was known for her technical brilliance and her ability to convey emotion through her playing. She was particularly renowned for her interpretations of the works of Chopin, Rachmaninoff, and Prokofiev. Her performances were always highly anticipated, and she was often praised for her ability to bring new life to even the most well-known pieces. Throughout her career, Nina received numerous awards and honors. In 1947, she was awarded the Stalin Prize, one of the highest honors in the Soviet Union. She was also awarded the Order of Lenin, the highest civilian honor in the Soviet Union, in recognition of her contributions to the arts. Nina's career spanned several decades, and she continued to perform well into her seventies. She was known for her dedication to her craft and her tireless work ethic. She was also a beloved teacher, and many of her students went on to have successful careers as pianists themselves. Nina passed away on December 22, 1996, at the age of 82. She left behind a legacy as one of the greatest pianists of the 20th century. Her recordings continue to be celebrated by music lovers around the world, and her influence can still be felt in the world of classical music today.

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