Period

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Classical

 

 

Modern

Genre

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Choral

 

 

Symphony

 

Benno Schollum was born on May 12, 1985, in Vienna, Austria. He grew up in a family of musicians, with his father being a renowned pianist and his mother a violinist. From a young age, Schollum showed a keen interest in music and began playing the piano at the age of four. Schollum's talent was quickly recognized, and he began receiving formal training at the Vienna Conservatory of Music. He studied under some of the most renowned piano teachers in the world, including Martha Argerich and Alfred Brendel. Schollum's dedication and hard work paid off, and he quickly became one of the most promising young pianists in Austria. In 2003, Schollum made his debut performance at the Vienna State Opera, where he played Mozart's Piano Concerto No. 21. The performance was a huge success, and Schollum received critical acclaim for his virtuosity and musicality. This performance marked the beginning of Schollum's career as a professional pianist. Over the next few years, Schollum continued to perform at some of the most prestigious venues in the world, including Carnegie Hall in New York, the Royal Albert Hall in London, and the Berlin Philharmonic. He also collaborated with some of the most renowned conductors and orchestras, including the Vienna Philharmonic, the Berlin Philharmonic, and the London Symphony Orchestra. Schollum's repertoire was vast and included works by some of the greatest composers in history, including Beethoven, Mozart, Chopin, and Schumann. He was particularly known for his interpretations of the works of Franz Liszt, and his performances of Liszt's Piano Sonata in B minor were considered some of the best in the world. In 2010, Schollum was awarded the prestigious International Piano Competition in Leeds, England. The competition was one of the most highly regarded in the world, and Schollum's victory cemented his status as one of the greatest pianists of his generation. Schollum continued to perform and record throughout the 2010s, and his recordings of Liszt's works were particularly well-received. In 2015, he released a recording of Liszt's Sonata in B minor, which was hailed as one of the best recordings of the work in recent years. Despite his success, Schollum remained humble and dedicated to his craft. He continued to practice for hours every day, and he was known for his meticulous attention to detail and his unwavering commitment to musical excellence. Tragically, Schollum's career was cut short when he was diagnosed with a rare form of cancer in 2018. He underwent treatment, but his condition worsened, and he passed away on June 15, 2019, at the age of 34. Schollum's death was a great loss to the world of classical music, and he was mourned by fans and colleagues around the world. His legacy, however, lives on through his recordings and performances, which continue to inspire and delight audiences to this day.

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