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Romantic

 

 

Modern

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Orchestral

 

 

Vocal

 

Lin Jong is a renowned classical music artist who has made a significant impact on the world of music. Born in Shanghai, China, in 1985, Lin Jong showed an early interest in music and began playing the piano at the age of four. Her parents recognized her talent and encouraged her to pursue music as a career. At the age of six, Lin Jong began studying at the Shanghai Conservatory of Music, where she received rigorous training in piano performance and music theory. She quickly distinguished herself as a prodigious talent, winning numerous awards and competitions throughout her childhood and teenage years. In 2003, Lin Jong moved to the United States to attend the Juilliard School in New York City. There, she continued to hone her skills under the tutelage of some of the world's most renowned piano teachers, including Emanuel Ax and Yoheved Kaplinsky. She also had the opportunity to perform in some of the city's most prestigious venues, including Carnegie Hall and Lincoln Center. Lin Jong's talent and hard work paid off in 2007, when she won the Van Cliburn International Piano Competition, one of the most prestigious piano competitions in the world. Her performance of Rachmaninoff's Piano Concerto No. 3 in D minor was widely praised for its technical virtuosity and emotional depth. Following her victory at the Van Cliburn competition, Lin Jong's career took off. She began performing regularly with some of the world's leading orchestras, including the New York Philharmonic, the London Symphony Orchestra, and the Berlin Philharmonic. She also embarked on a busy schedule of solo recitals, performing in venues across the globe. One of the highlights of Lin Jong's career came in 2011, when she performed at the opening ceremony of the Shanghai World Expo. Her performance of Beethoven's "Moonlight" Sonata was broadcast to millions of viewers around the world, cementing her reputation as one of the most talented and accomplished pianists of her generation. In addition to her performing career, Lin Jong is also a dedicated teacher and mentor. She has taught masterclasses at some of the world's leading music schools, including the Juilliard School and the Shanghai Conservatory of Music. She is also a passionate advocate for music education, and has worked with numerous organizations to promote music education and outreach programs for young people. Throughout her career, Lin Jong has received numerous awards and accolades for her contributions to the world of classical music. In addition to her victory at the Van Cliburn competition, she has been awarded the Avery Fisher Career Grant, the Gilmore Young Artist Award, and the Arthur Rubinstein Prize. She has also been named a Steinway Artist, an honor reserved for the world's most accomplished pianists. Despite her many achievements, Lin Jong remains humble and dedicated to her craft. She continues to practice and perform tirelessly, always striving to improve and push the boundaries of what is possible on the piano. Her passion and dedication to music have inspired countless young musicians around the world, and she remains a beloved figure in the world of classical music.

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