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April 3, 1948 in Bronxville, NY

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Concerto

 

 

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Garrick Ohlsson is a renowned classical pianist who has captivated audiences around the world with his virtuosic performances and deep musicality. Born on April 3, 1948, in New York City, Ohlsson showed an early aptitude for music and began studying piano at the age of eight. He quickly demonstrated a prodigious talent, and by the time he was a teenager, he had won several prestigious competitions and was performing regularly in public. Ohlsson's early training was with the renowned pianist and teacher Rosina Lhévinne, who had a profound influence on his development as a musician. Under her guidance, he honed his technical skills and developed a deep understanding of the nuances of classical music. He also studied with other notable teachers, including Claudio Arrau and Olga Barabini. In 1966, Ohlsson made his debut with the New York Philharmonic, performing Tchaikovsky's Piano Concerto No. 1. The performance was a resounding success, and it marked the beginning of a long and illustrious career. Over the years, Ohlsson has performed with many of the world's leading orchestras, including the Boston Symphony Orchestra, the Chicago Symphony Orchestra, the London Symphony Orchestra, and the Berlin Philharmonic. One of Ohlsson's most notable performances was his 1970 recording of Chopin's complete works for solo piano. The recording, which was released on the Arabesque label, was a landmark achievement and established Ohlsson as one of the foremost interpreters of Chopin's music. The recording won several awards, including a Grammy Award for Best Instrumental Soloist Performance (Without Orchestra). Ohlsson has also been recognized for his performances of other composers' works. In 1994, he won a Grammy Award for his recording of Busoni's Piano Concerto with the Cleveland Orchestra. He has also received critical acclaim for his interpretations of Beethoven, Brahms, and Rachmaninoff, among others. In addition to his work as a performer, Ohlsson is also a dedicated teacher and mentor. He has taught at several prestigious institutions, including the Juilliard School, the Manhattan School of Music, and the San Francisco Conservatory of Music. He has also served as a juror for many international piano competitions, including the Van Cliburn International Piano Competition and the International Chopin Piano Competition. Throughout his career, Ohlsson has received numerous awards and honors for his contributions to classical music. In 1998, he was awarded the Avery Fisher Prize, one of the most prestigious awards in classical music. The prize recognized his "profoundly musical and deeply felt performances" and his "unwavering commitment to the highest artistic standards." He has also been awarded the Chopin Medal by the Polish government and the Medal of Honor from the Fryderyk Chopin Society in Warsaw. Despite his many accomplishments, Ohlsson remains humble and dedicated to his craft. He continues to perform regularly and to inspire audiences with his passionate and insightful interpretations of classical music. His legacy as one of the greatest pianists of his generation is secure, and his influence on the world of classical music will be felt for generations to come.

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