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in St. Petersburg, Russia

 

Constantine Finehouse is a renowned classical pianist who has captivated audiences around the world with his virtuosic performances and deep musicality. Born in St. Petersburg, Russia, Finehouse began playing the piano at the age of six and quickly showed a natural talent for the instrument. His parents, both professional musicians, recognized his potential and encouraged him to pursue a career in music. At the age of nine, Finehouse and his family immigrated to the United States, settling in Boston, Massachusetts. He continued his piano studies with renowned teachers, including Russell Sherman and Wha Kyung Byun, and went on to earn degrees from the New England Conservatory of Music and the Juilliard School. Finehouse's talent and dedication to his craft quickly earned him recognition in the classical music world. He won numerous competitions, including the New England Conservatory Concerto Competition and the Juilliard School Concerto Competition, and was a finalist in the prestigious Van Cliburn International Piano Competition. Finehouse has performed as a soloist with many of the world's leading orchestras, including the Boston Symphony Orchestra, the Moscow State Symphony Orchestra, and the St. Petersburg Philharmonic Orchestra. He has also given recitals at major venues around the world, including Carnegie Hall, the Kennedy Center, and the Berlin Philharmonic. One of Finehouse's most memorable performances was his debut with the Boston Symphony Orchestra in 2005, where he performed Rachmaninoff's Piano Concerto No. 2. The performance was met with critical acclaim, with The Boston Globe praising Finehouse's "sensitive and virtuosic playing." In addition to his performances as a soloist, Finehouse is also an accomplished chamber musician. He has collaborated with many of the world's leading musicians, including violinist Joshua Bell and cellist Yo-Yo Ma. Finehouse's recordings have also received critical acclaim. His debut album, "Virtuoso Piano Music," was released in 2007 and featured works by Chopin, Liszt, and Rachmaninoff. The album was praised by The New York Times for Finehouse's "impressive technique and musicality." Finehouse has received numerous awards and honors throughout his career, including the Arthur W. Foote Award from the Harvard Musical Association and the Sony ES Award for Musical Excellence. He has also been a recipient of the prestigious Avery Fisher Career Grant, which recognizes outstanding young musicians. Despite his success, Finehouse remains dedicated to his craft and continues to push himself to new heights as a musician. He is known for his passionate and deeply expressive performances, which have earned him a devoted following among classical music fans around the world.

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