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Tormod Dalen is a renowned classical music artist who has made a significant contribution to the world of music. He was born on 12th May 1975 in Oslo, Norway. From a young age, Tormod showed a keen interest in music, and his parents encouraged him to pursue his passion. He started playing the piano at the age of six and quickly developed a natural talent for the instrument. Tormod's parents recognized his potential and enrolled him in the Barratt Due Institute of Music in Oslo, where he received formal training in piano performance. He studied under the guidance of some of the most renowned piano teachers in Norway, including Einar Steen-Nøkleberg and Håvard Gimse. Tormod's talent and dedication to music were evident from an early age, and he quickly made a name for himself in the Norwegian music scene. He won several prestigious awards, including the Steinway Prize and the Grieg Prize, which recognized his exceptional talent and contribution to classical music. In 1995, Tormod was awarded a scholarship to study at the Juilliard School in New York City, one of the most prestigious music schools in the world. He spent four years at Juilliard, where he studied under the guidance of some of the most renowned piano teachers in the world, including Yoheved Kaplinsky and Jerome Lowenthal. During his time at Juilliard, Tormod participated in several major performances, including the Juilliard Orchestra's performance of Beethoven's Piano Concerto No. 5, which was conducted by James DePreist. He also performed in several chamber music concerts, collaborating with other talented musicians from around the world. After completing his studies at Juilliard, Tormod returned to Norway, where he continued to perform and teach music. He became a sought-after piano teacher, and many of his students went on to become successful musicians in their own right. In 2005, Tormod was invited to perform at the Oslo Chamber Music Festival, one of the most prestigious music festivals in Norway. He performed a solo recital, which was widely acclaimed by critics and audiences alike. The following year, he was invited to perform at the Bergen International Festival, where he performed Beethoven's Piano Sonata No. 32, which was hailed as a masterpiece. Tormod's talent and dedication to music have earned him several accolades over the years. In 2010, he was awarded the Norwegian Music Critics' Award for his outstanding contribution to classical music. The following year, he was awarded the prestigious Grieg Prize, which recognized his exceptional talent and contribution to Norwegian music. In addition to his performances and teaching, Tormod has also recorded several albums, including a critically acclaimed recording of Grieg's Piano Concerto, which was released in 2012. He has also collaborated with several other musicians, including the Norwegian Chamber Orchestra and the Oslo Philharmonic Orchestra. Tormod's dedication to music and his exceptional talent have made him one of the most respected and admired classical music artists in Norway and around the world. His performances continue to inspire and captivate audiences, and his contribution to classical music will undoubtedly be remembered for generations to come.

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