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Sarunas Jankauskas is a renowned classical music artist who has made a significant impact in the world of music. He was born on August 15, 1985, in Vilnius, Lithuania. From a young age, Jankauskas showed a keen interest in music, and his parents encouraged him to pursue his passion. Jankauskas began his musical journey by learning to play the piano at the age of six. He quickly showed a natural talent for the instrument and began to take lessons from some of the best teachers in Lithuania. By the time he was a teenager, Jankauskas had already won several national and international piano competitions. In 2003, Jankauskas was accepted into the Lithuanian Academy of Music and Theatre, where he studied under the guidance of Professor Rasa Vitkauskaite. During his time at the academy, Jankauskas continued to hone his skills and develop his unique style of playing. After graduating from the academy in 2008, Jankauskas began to perform professionally. He quickly gained a reputation as a talented and versatile pianist, capable of playing a wide range of musical styles. Jankauskas has performed in some of the most prestigious concert halls in the world, including Carnegie Hall in New York, the Royal Albert Hall in London, and the Berlin Philharmonic. One of the highlights of Jankauskas's career was his performance at the 2010 International Chopin Piano Competition in Warsaw, Poland. The competition is one of the most prestigious piano competitions in the world, and Jankauskas was one of only 78 pianists selected to compete. He performed brilliantly, impressing the judges and the audience with his technical skill and emotional depth. Although he did not win the competition, Jankauskas's performance was widely praised, and he gained many new fans and admirers. In addition to his solo performances, Jankauskas has also collaborated with many other musicians and ensembles. He has performed with the Lithuanian National Symphony Orchestra, the Warsaw Philharmonic Orchestra, and the Berlin Symphony Orchestra, among others. Jankauskas is known for his ability to work well with other musicians and for his willingness to experiment with different musical styles and genres. Jankauskas has received many awards and honors throughout his career. In 2012, he was awarded the Lithuanian National Prize for Culture and Arts, one of the highest honors that can be bestowed upon an artist in Lithuania. He has also been awarded the Order of Merit of the Republic of Lithuania, the Medal of the Order of Merit for Lithuania, and the Medal of the Order of the Lithuanian Grand Duke Gediminas. Despite his many accomplishments, Jankauskas remains humble and dedicated to his craft. He continues to practice and perform regularly, always striving to improve his skills and bring joy to his audiences. Jankauskas is a true master of his craft, and his contributions to the world of classical music will be remembered for many years to come.

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