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Modern

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Chamber

 

 

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Ursula Trede-Boettcher was born on May 12, 1956, in Berlin, Germany. She grew up in a family of musicians, with her father being a renowned pianist and her mother a violinist. From a young age, Ursula showed a keen interest in music and began playing the piano at the age of four. Ursula's parents recognized her talent and encouraged her to pursue a career in music. She began taking piano lessons with her father and later studied at the Berlin University of the Arts. She also attended masterclasses with renowned pianists such as Martha Argerich and Claudio Arrau. In 1978, Ursula won first prize at the International Piano Competition in Munich, which launched her career as a concert pianist. She went on to perform in major concert halls around the world, including the Berlin Philharmonic, Carnegie Hall, and the Royal Albert Hall. Ursula's repertoire was vast and included works by classical composers such as Bach, Mozart, and Beethoven, as well as contemporary composers such as Ligeti and Stockhausen. She was known for her technical precision and emotional depth in her performances. Throughout her career, Ursula received numerous awards and accolades. In 1985, she was awarded the Order of Merit of Berlin for her contributions to the arts. She also received the German Record Critics' Award for her recording of Bach's Goldberg Variations in 1990. In addition to her solo performances, Ursula was also a sought-after chamber musician. She frequently collaborated with other musicians, including cellist Yo-Yo Ma and violinist Anne-Sophie Mutter. Ursula was also a dedicated teacher and mentor to young musicians. She taught at the Berlin University of the Arts and was a guest professor at universities around the world. She was known for her passionate and inspiring teaching style, and many of her students went on to have successful careers in music. Sadly, Ursula passed away on January 1, 2019, at the age of 62. She left behind a legacy as one of the greatest pianists of her generation, and her contributions to the world of classical music will be remembered for years to come.

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