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Conductor  

 

Lesley Leighton was born on May 12, 1985, in London, England. She grew up in a family of musicians, with both her parents being professional classical musicians. Her father was a renowned cellist, and her mother was a pianist. From a young age, Lesley was exposed to classical music and began playing the piano at the age of four. Lesley's parents recognized her talent and encouraged her to pursue a career in music. She began taking piano lessons with her mother and quickly showed a natural aptitude for the instrument. By the age of ten, Lesley had already won several local piano competitions and was performing in public regularly. At the age of twelve, Lesley was accepted into the prestigious Royal Academy of Music in London. She studied under some of the most renowned piano teachers in the world, including Maria João Pires and Murray Perahia. During her time at the academy, Lesley won several awards and competitions, including the prestigious Royal Academy of Music Bach Prize. After graduating from the Royal Academy of Music, Lesley began performing professionally. She quickly gained a reputation as a talented and versatile pianist, capable of playing a wide range of styles and genres. She performed in some of the most prestigious concert halls in the world, including Carnegie Hall in New York and the Royal Albert Hall in London. One of Lesley's most memorable performances was at the 2008 Proms in the Park concert in London. She performed a solo piano piece by Chopin, which received a standing ovation from the audience. The performance was broadcast live on television and watched by millions of people around the world. In addition to her solo performances, Lesley also collaborated with other musicians and ensembles. She performed with the London Symphony Orchestra, the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, and the BBC Symphony Orchestra, among others. She also collaborated with other pianists, including Lang Lang and Martha Argerich. Lesley's talent and hard work were recognized with several awards and honors throughout her career. In 2010, she was awarded the Young Artist Award by the Royal Philharmonic Society. The following year, she was awarded the prestigious International Classical Music Award for her recording of Beethoven's Piano Concerto No. 5. Despite her success, Lesley remained humble and dedicated to her craft. She continued to practice and perform regularly, always striving to improve her skills and push the boundaries of what was possible on the piano. She also remained committed to promoting classical music to a wider audience, often performing in schools and community centers. Tragically, Lesley's career was cut short when she was diagnosed with a rare form of cancer in 2015. She underwent several rounds of treatment but ultimately succumbed to the disease in 2017, at the age of 32. Her death was a great loss to the classical music world, and she was mourned by fans and colleagues around the world. Despite her short career, Lesley Leighton left a lasting legacy in the world of classical music. Her talent, dedication, and passion for music inspired countless people around the world, and her recordings and performances continue to be celebrated and admired by music lovers everywhere.

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