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Phillip Bush is a renowned classical pianist who has made a name for himself in the world of classical music. Born on August 17, 1959, in Knoxville, Tennessee, Bush grew up in a family that was passionate about music. His mother was a pianist, and his father was a singer, so it was only natural that Bush would develop an interest in music at a young age. Bush began playing the piano when he was just four years old, and by the time he was a teenager, he was already performing in public. He attended the University of Tennessee, where he earned a Bachelor of Music degree in Piano Performance. He then went on to study at the Juilliard School in New York City, where he earned a Master of Music degree. Bush's career as a professional pianist began in the early 1980s, when he won several prestigious competitions, including the William Kapell International Piano Competition and the Naumburg International Piano Competition. These wins helped to launch his career, and he quickly became known for his virtuosic playing and his ability to interpret a wide range of musical styles. Over the years, Bush has performed with some of the world's leading orchestras, including the New York Philharmonic, the Boston Symphony Orchestra, and the Chicago Symphony Orchestra. He has also performed in some of the world's most prestigious concert halls, including Carnegie Hall, the Kennedy Center, and the Royal Albert Hall in London. One of Bush's most notable performances was his debut with the New York Philharmonic in 1985. He performed Beethoven's Piano Concerto No. 4, and his performance was widely praised by critics. The New York Times called his playing "brilliant and sensitive," and the New Yorker described him as "a pianist of rare distinction." In addition to his work as a soloist, Bush is also a sought-after chamber musician. He has performed with some of the world's leading chamber ensembles, including the Emerson String Quartet and the Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center. He has also collaborated with many of the world's leading musicians, including violinist Joshua Bell and cellist Yo-Yo Ma. Bush has recorded extensively throughout his career, and his recordings have received critical acclaim. He has recorded works by a wide range of composers, including Beethoven, Brahms, Chopin, and Debussy. His recording of Beethoven's Piano Concerto No. 4 with the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra was nominated for a Grammy Award in 1990. In addition to his performing and recording career, Bush is also a dedicated teacher. He has taught at several prestigious institutions, including the Juilliard School, the Manhattan School of Music, and the University of Tennessee. He is currently a professor of piano at the University of Michigan School of Music, Theatre & Dance. Throughout his career, Bush has received numerous awards and honors. In 1986, he was awarded the Avery Fisher Career Grant, which is given to outstanding young musicians who show great potential for a major career. He was also awarded the Gilmore Artist Award in 1995, which is given to pianists who have demonstrated exceptional talent and dedication to their craft. In addition to these awards, Bush has also been recognized for his contributions to the arts. In 2010, he was awarded the Tennessee Governor's Arts Award, which is given to individuals who have made significant contributions to the arts in Tennessee.

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