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July 2, 1958 in Hanoi, Vietnam

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Romantic

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Dang Thai Son is a renowned classical pianist from Vietnam who has gained international recognition for his exceptional talent and musical prowess. Born on September 2, 1958, in Hanoi, Vietnam, Dang Thai Son showed an early interest in music and began playing the piano at the age of four. His parents recognized his talent and encouraged him to pursue his passion for music. Dang Thai Son received his early musical training at the Hanoi National Conservatory of Music, where he studied under the guidance of Professor Tran Thu Ha. He quickly distinguished himself as a prodigious talent and won several national competitions in Vietnam. In 1974, he was awarded a scholarship to study at the Moscow State Tchaikovsky Conservatory in Russia, where he studied under the tutelage of Professor Vera Gornostaeva. During his time in Moscow, Dang Thai Son honed his skills and developed a deep understanding of the classical repertoire. He won several prestigious competitions, including the International Chopin Piano Competition in Warsaw, Poland, in 1980. This competition was a turning point in his career, as it brought him international recognition and established him as one of the leading pianists of his generation. Following his success at the Chopin Competition, Dang Thai Son embarked on a career as a concert pianist, performing in major concert halls around the world. He has collaborated with many renowned conductors and orchestras, including the London Symphony Orchestra, the Berlin Philharmonic, the New York Philharmonic, and the Tokyo Symphony Orchestra. Dang Thai Son is particularly renowned for his interpretations of the works of Frederic Chopin, a composer whose music he has studied and performed extensively throughout his career. He has recorded several albums of Chopin's music, including a complete set of the composer's Nocturnes, which has been widely acclaimed for its sensitivity and musicality. In addition to his performances as a soloist, Dang Thai Son is also an accomplished chamber musician. He has collaborated with many renowned musicians, including violinist Kyung-Wha Chung and cellist Mischa Maisky. He is also a dedicated teacher, and has taught at several prestigious institutions, including the Université de Montréal in Canada and the Universität der Künste Berlin in Germany. Throughout his career, Dang Thai Son has received numerous awards and accolades for his musical achievements. In addition to his victory at the Chopin Competition, he has been awarded the Order of Merit of the Republic of Poland, the Medal for Cultural Merit from the Vietnamese government, and the title of Honorary Citizen of Warsaw. Dang Thai Son's musical legacy is a testament to his exceptional talent and dedication to his craft. He has inspired countless musicians and music lovers around the world with his performances and recordings, and his contributions to the classical music world will continue to be celebrated for generations to come.

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