Emery Cardas was born on May 12, 1985, in Vienna, Austria. His parents were both musicians, and from a young age, Emery was exposed to classical music. He began playing the piano at the age of four and showed a natural talent for the instrument. Emery's parents recognized his potential and enrolled him in the Vienna Conservatory of Music when he was six years old. There, he studied under some of the most renowned piano teachers in the world. Emery's dedication and hard work paid off, and he quickly became one of the top students in his class. As Emery grew older, he began to branch out and explore other areas of classical music. He started playing the violin and the cello, and he also began composing his own music. Emery's talent and versatility impressed his teachers and peers, and he soon became known as a rising star in the classical music world. Emery's first major performance came when he was just 12 years old. He was invited to play at the Vienna State Opera House, one of the most prestigious venues in the world. Emery's performance was a huge success, and he received a standing ovation from the audience. Over the next few years, Emery continued to perform at various venues around the world. He played at Carnegie Hall in New York City, the Royal Albert Hall in London, and the Sydney Opera House in Australia. Emery's performances were always well-received, and he quickly gained a reputation as one of the most talented young musicians in the world. In 2003, Emery won the prestigious International Piano Competition in Moscow. The competition was one of the most challenging in the world, and Emery's victory was a testament to his skill and dedication. The win brought Emery even more attention, and he was soon in high demand as a performer. Emery's success continued throughout his teenage years. He won numerous awards and accolades, including the Young Artist Award from the Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra and the Rising Star Award from the International Music Foundation. Emery also continued to compose his own music, and his pieces were performed by orchestras around the world. In 2007, Emery released his first album, "Classical Emery." The album featured some of Emery's favorite classical pieces, as well as a few of his own compositions. The album was a critical and commercial success, and it helped to establish Emery as a major force in the classical music world. Over the next few years, Emery continued to perform and record music. He released several more albums, including "Emery Plays Beethoven" and "Emery's Favorites." He also collaborated with other musicians, including cellist Yo-Yo Ma and violinist Joshua Bell. In 2012, Emery was invited to perform at the opening ceremony of the London Olympics. The ceremony was watched by millions of people around the world, and Emery's performance was one of the highlights of the event. He played a medley of classical pieces, including Beethoven's "Ode to Joy" and Mozart's "Eine Kleine Nachtmusik." Emery's performance at the Olympics brought him even more attention, and he was soon invited to perform at other major events. He played at the Nobel Peace Prize ceremony in 2013 and at the World Economic Forum in 2014. Today, Emery is considered one of the greatest classical musicians of his generation. He continues to perform and record music, and he is also a dedicated teacher.

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