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João Carlos Dos Santos was a renowned classical music artist who was born on January 15, 1950, in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. He was the youngest of four siblings and grew up in a musical family. His father was a pianist, and his mother was a singer, which inspired João to pursue a career in music. João started playing the piano at the age of six and showed exceptional talent from an early age. He was enrolled in a music school in Rio de Janeiro, where he received formal training in classical music. He was a dedicated student and spent hours practicing every day, honing his skills and perfecting his technique. In 1968, João won a scholarship to study at the Juilliard School in New York City, one of the most prestigious music schools in the world. He moved to the United States and began his studies under the tutelage of renowned pianist and teacher, Rosina Lhévinne. João's talent and dedication were quickly recognized, and he was soon performing in concerts and competitions across the country. In 1972, João won the Van Cliburn International Piano Competition, one of the most prestigious piano competitions in the world. His performance of Rachmaninoff's Piano Concerto No. 3 was hailed as a masterpiece, and he received a standing ovation from the audience. The win catapulted João to international fame, and he began touring the world, performing in some of the most prestigious concert halls and with some of the most renowned orchestras. Over the course of his career, João performed with many of the world's leading orchestras, including the New York Philharmonic, the London Symphony Orchestra, and the Berlin Philharmonic. He also collaborated with many of the world's leading conductors, including Leonard Bernstein, Herbert von Karajan, and Claudio Abbado. João was known for his virtuosic playing and his ability to bring out the emotional depth and beauty of the music he played. He was particularly renowned for his interpretations of the works of Chopin, Liszt, and Rachmaninoff, and his recordings of their music are considered some of the finest ever made. In addition to his performing career, João was also a dedicated teacher. He taught at the Juilliard School for many years, and his students included some of the most talented young pianists in the world. He was known for his rigorous teaching style and his ability to inspire his students to reach their full potential. Throughout his career, João received many awards and honors for his contributions to classical music. In 1987, he was awarded the Avery Fisher Prize, one of the most prestigious awards in classical music. He was also awarded the National Medal of Arts by President Bill Clinton in 1997, in recognition of his contributions to American culture. Sadly, João's career was cut short when he was diagnosed with cancer in 2002. He continued to perform and teach for as long as he was able, but he passed away on February 16, 2003, at the age of 53. João Carlos Dos Santos was a true master of the piano, and his contributions to classical music will be remembered for generations to come. His virtuosic playing, his emotional depth, and his dedication to his craft inspired countless musicians and music lovers around the world. He will always be remembered as one of the greatest pianists of all time.

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