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Silas Wollston was born on May 12, 1985, in London, England. He grew up in a family of musicians, with his mother being a pianist and his father a cellist. From a young age, Wollston showed a natural talent for music, and he began playing the piano at the age of four. Wollston's parents recognized his talent and encouraged him to pursue a career in music. He began taking piano lessons with renowned pianist and teacher, Maria João Pires, at the age of seven. Under her guidance, Wollston developed a deep love and appreciation for classical music. At the age of 12, Wollston won his first major piano competition, the Young Pianist of the Year competition in London. This win marked the beginning of his career as a professional musician. Wollston went on to study at the Royal Academy of Music in London, where he received a Bachelor of Music degree with first-class honors. He then continued his studies at the Juilliard School in New York, where he earned a Master of Music degree. Throughout his career, Wollston has performed in some of the world's most prestigious concert halls, including Carnegie Hall in New York, the Royal Albert Hall in London, and the Berlin Philharmonic. He has also collaborated with some of the world's leading orchestras, including the London Symphony Orchestra, the New York Philharmonic, and the Berlin Philharmonic. One of Wollston's most notable performances was his debut with the Berlin Philharmonic in 2012. He performed Beethoven's Piano Concerto No. 5, also known as the Emperor Concerto, under the baton of Sir Simon Rattle. The performance was met with critical acclaim, and Wollston was praised for his technical skill and emotional depth. Wollston has also received numerous awards and accolades throughout his career. In 2010, he was awarded the prestigious Avery Fisher Career Grant, which recognizes outstanding young musicians and provides financial support to help them further their careers. He was also a finalist in the 2015 International Chopin Piano Competition in Warsaw, Poland. In addition to his performing career, Wollston is also a dedicated teacher. He has taught masterclasses at the Royal Academy of Music, the Juilliard School, and the Manhattan School of Music. He is also a faculty member at the Aspen Music Festival and School in Colorado. Wollston is known for his passionate and expressive performances, as well as his technical mastery of the piano. He is considered one of the most promising young pianists of his generation, and his career shows no signs of slowing down.

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