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November 7, 1976 in Monaco

 

Shani Diluka is a renowned classical pianist who has captivated audiences around the world with her virtuosic performances and deep musicality. Born in Monaco in 1976, Diluka was raised in a family of musicians and began playing the piano at a young age. Her mother was a pianist and her father was a composer, and they instilled in her a love of music that would shape her life and career. Diluka's talent was evident from an early age, and she began studying at the Conservatoire National de Région de Nice when she was just six years old. She went on to study at the Conservatoire National Supérieur de Musique et de Danse de Paris, where she was mentored by renowned pianist and pedagogue Bruno Rigutto. Diluka's studies with Rigutto were formative, and she credits him with helping her to develop her unique musical voice. Diluka's career as a concert pianist began to take off in the early 2000s, when she won several prestigious competitions, including the International Piano Competition of Epinal and the International Piano Competition of Brest. These victories brought her to the attention of audiences and critics alike, and she quickly established herself as one of the most exciting young pianists of her generation. Over the years, Diluka has performed with many of the world's leading orchestras, including the Orchestre National de France, the London Philharmonic Orchestra, and the Tokyo Symphony Orchestra. She has also collaborated with some of the most celebrated conductors of our time, including Myung-Whun Chung, Paavo Järvi, and Vladimir Ashkenazy. One of Diluka's most memorable performances was her debut at the Salzburg Festival in 2008, where she played Beethoven's Piano Concerto No. 4 with the Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra. The performance was a triumph, and critics praised Diluka's "poetic and sensitive" interpretation of the concerto. Diluka has since returned to the Salzburg Festival several times, cementing her reputation as one of the festival's most beloved artists. In addition to her work as a soloist, Diluka is also a passionate chamber musician. She has collaborated with many of the world's leading chamber ensembles, including the Quatuor Ebène, the Modigliani Quartet, and the Trio Wanderer. Diluka's chamber music performances are marked by a deep sense of collaboration and communication, and she is known for her ability to blend seamlessly with her fellow musicians. Diluka's recordings have also garnered critical acclaim. Her 2010 album, "Bach Inspirations," which features her own arrangements of Bach's music, was praised by critics for its "subtle and imaginative" interpretations. Her 2016 album, "Carnets de Voyage," which features music by Schumann, Liszt, and Ravel, was similarly well-received, with critics praising Diluka's "refined and nuanced" playing. Throughout her career, Diluka has been recognized for her contributions to classical music. In 2012, she was awarded the Chevalier de l'Ordre des Arts et des Lettres by the French government, in recognition of her artistic achievements. She has also been a passionate advocate for music education, and has worked with organizations such as the Orchestre National de France to bring classical music to young people. Today, Diluka continues to perform around the world, captivating audiences with her virtuosic playing and deep musicality.

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