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Conductor Performer

 

Thomas Colohan was born on May 12, 1985, in Dublin, Ireland. He grew up in a family of musicians, with his father being a pianist and his mother a violinist. From a young age, Colohan showed a natural talent for music, and he began playing the piano at the age of four. Colohan's parents recognized his talent and encouraged him to pursue music seriously. He began taking piano lessons with renowned pianist and teacher, John O'Conor, at the age of six. O'Conor quickly recognized Colohan's potential and became his mentor and guide throughout his musical journey. Colohan's talent continued to flourish, and he won his first major competition at the age of nine, the Feis Ceoil Piano Competition. This was the beginning of a long and successful career in music. In 2003, Colohan was accepted into the Royal Irish Academy of Music, where he studied under the tutelage of John O'Conor. During his time at the academy, Colohan won numerous awards and competitions, including the Yamaha Music Foundation of Europe Scholarship and the Irish Freemasons Young Musician of the Year Award. After completing his studies at the Royal Irish Academy of Music, Colohan continued his education at the Royal College of Music in London. There, he studied with renowned pianist and teacher, Dmitri Alexeev. Colohan's time at the Royal College of Music was marked by numerous successes, including winning the prestigious Chappell Medal Piano Competition. Colohan's talent and hard work paid off, and he quickly gained recognition as one of the most promising young pianists of his generation. He began performing in major concert halls around the world, including the Royal Albert Hall in London, the Carnegie Hall in New York, and the Sydney Opera House in Australia. One of Colohan's most memorable performances was his debut with the London Symphony Orchestra in 2009. He performed Beethoven's Piano Concerto No. 5, also known as the Emperor Concerto, to critical acclaim. The Times described his performance as "a revelation, with Colohan's playing displaying a maturity and depth of understanding that belied his years." Colohan's career continued to flourish, and he became known for his interpretations of the works of Beethoven, Chopin, and Liszt. He also began to explore contemporary music, collaborating with composers such as John Adams and Philip Glass. In 2012, Colohan released his debut album, featuring works by Beethoven, Chopin, and Liszt. The album received critical acclaim and was nominated for several awards, including the Gramophone Classical Music Award for Best Instrumental Album. Colohan's success continued, and he was invited to perform at major music festivals around the world, including the Edinburgh International Festival, the Salzburg Festival, and the Ravinia Festival. He also began to collaborate with some of the world's leading orchestras, including the Berlin Philharmonic, the New York Philharmonic, and the Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra. In 2016, Colohan was awarded the prestigious Avery Fisher Career Grant, which recognizes outstanding young musicians and provides financial support to help them further their careers. The grant is one of the most prestigious awards in classical music, and Colohan was the first Irish pianist to receive it. Colohan's career continued to go from strength to strength, and he remained one of the most sought-after pianists of his generation.

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