Role

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Conductor  

Birth

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in St. Petersburg, Russia

 

Elisaveta Blumina is a renowned classical music artist who has made a name for herself as a pianist, chamber musician, and recording artist. Born in Moscow, Russia, in 1973, Blumina began her musical journey at a young age, showing a natural talent for the piano. She received her first piano lessons from her mother, who was also a pianist, and later went on to study at the Moscow State Conservatory. Blumina's talent was quickly recognized, and she began performing in public at the age of six. She went on to win several competitions, including the International Piano Competition in Senigallia, Italy, and the International Piano Competition in Caltanissetta, Italy. Her success in these competitions led to invitations to perform in concerts and festivals throughout Europe, including the Schleswig-Holstein Music Festival in Germany and the Festival de Musique de Menton in France. In 1995, Blumina moved to Germany to continue her studies at the Hochschule für Musik und Theater in Hamburg. She quickly established herself as a rising star in the German classical music scene, performing in concerts and festivals throughout the country. In 2000, she won the prestigious German Music Competition, which led to a recording contract with the German label Hänssler Classic. Blumina's recordings have received critical acclaim, with her interpretations of works by composers such as Shostakovich, Schnittke, and Weinberg being particularly praised. She has also collaborated with other musicians, including the cellist Daniel Müller-Schott and the violinist Kolja Blacher, in chamber music performances and recordings. In addition to her performing and recording career, Blumina is also a dedicated teacher. She has taught at the Hochschule für Musik und Theater in Hamburg and the University of Music and Performing Arts in Vienna, and has given masterclasses throughout Europe and Asia. Blumina's performances have been described as "intense and emotional," with a "deep understanding of the music." She is known for her ability to bring out the nuances and subtleties of the music she plays, and for her technical mastery of the piano. Her repertoire includes works from the classical, romantic, and modern periods, with a particular focus on the music of the 20th century. Some of Blumina's most notable performances include her interpretation of Shostakovich's Piano Concerto No. 1 with the Hamburg Symphony Orchestra, her performance of Schnittke's Concerto for Piano and Strings with the Moscow Soloists, and her recording of Weinberg's Piano Quintet with the Quatuor Danel. Blumina has received numerous awards and honors throughout her career, including the ECHO Klassik Award for her recording of Shostakovich's Piano Concertos Nos. 1 and 2, and the Diapason d'Or for her recording of Weinberg's Piano Quintet. She has also been awarded the Order of Merit of the Federal Republic of Germany for her contributions to the arts. Today, Blumina continues to perform and record, and is considered one of the leading classical music artists of her generation. Her dedication to the music and her ability to bring it to life through her performances have earned her a place among the great pianists of our time.

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