Robert Aust was born on May 12, 1985, in Vienna, Austria. He was born into a family of musicians, with his father being a renowned pianist and his mother a violinist. From a young age, Robert was exposed to classical music and began playing the piano at the age of four. Robert's talent for music was evident from a young age, and he began performing in public at the age of six. He quickly gained a reputation as a prodigy, and by the age of ten, he had already won several local and national competitions. In 1996, Robert was accepted into the prestigious Vienna Conservatory, where he studied under some of the most renowned piano teachers in the world. During his time at the conservatory, Robert continued to win competitions and gain recognition for his exceptional talent. After graduating from the conservatory in 2004, Robert began performing professionally, both as a soloist and as part of various ensembles. He quickly gained a reputation as one of the most talented pianists of his generation, and his performances were praised for their technical brilliance and emotional depth. One of Robert's most notable performances came in 2008, when he performed Beethoven's Piano Concerto No. 5 with the Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra. The performance was hailed as a triumph, with critics praising Robert's virtuosity and the orchestra's flawless accompaniment. In addition to his performances, Robert has also recorded several albums, including a critically acclaimed recording of Chopin's complete works for solo piano. The album was praised for its technical brilliance and emotional depth, and it cemented Robert's reputation as one of the greatest interpreters of Chopin's music. Throughout his career, Robert has received numerous awards and honors for his contributions to classical music. In 2010, he was awarded the prestigious International Classical Music Award for his recording of Chopin's complete works for solo piano. He has also been awarded the Austrian Cross of Honor for Science and Art, one of the highest honors that can be bestowed upon an Austrian citizen. Despite his success, Robert remains humble and dedicated to his craft. He continues to perform and record, always striving to improve and push the boundaries of what is possible in classical music. His passion and dedication to his art have made him one of the most respected and admired musicians of his generation, and his legacy will continue to inspire future generations of classical musicians for years to come.

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