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John Hendrickson was born on May 12, 1985, in New York City. He grew up in a family of musicians, with his father being a renowned pianist and his mother a violinist. From a young age, Hendrickson showed a keen interest in music and began playing the piano at the age of four. Hendrickson's parents recognized his talent and encouraged him to pursue a career in music. He began taking piano lessons with his father and quickly progressed, mastering complex pieces by Mozart and Beethoven by the age of eight. At the age of ten, Hendrickson made his debut performance at Carnegie Hall, playing a solo piece by Chopin. The performance was a huge success, and Hendrickson received a standing ovation from the audience. This performance marked the beginning of Hendrickson's career as a classical pianist. Over the years, Hendrickson continued to hone his skills and became known for his technical proficiency and emotional depth in his performances. He studied under some of the most renowned pianists of the time, including Vladimir Horowitz and Martha Argerich. Hendrickson's career took off in the early 2000s, and he began performing at some of the most prestigious venues in the world, including the Royal Albert Hall in London and the Sydney Opera House. He also performed with some of the world's leading orchestras, including the New York Philharmonic and the Berlin Philharmonic. One of Hendrickson's most memorable performances was his rendition of Rachmaninoff's Piano Concerto No. 2 with the London Symphony Orchestra in 2005. The performance was hailed as a masterpiece, and Hendrickson received a standing ovation from the audience. Hendrickson's talent and hard work were recognized with numerous awards and accolades throughout his career. He won the International Tchaikovsky Competition in 2002, becoming the first American to win the prestigious award in over two decades. He also won the Van Cliburn International Piano Competition in 2005, cementing his status as one of the world's leading pianists. In addition to his performances, Hendrickson was also a prolific recording artist, releasing several albums throughout his career. His recordings of Chopin's Nocturnes and Beethoven's Piano Sonatas were particularly well-received by critics and audiences alike. Despite his success, Hendrickson remained humble and dedicated to his craft. He continued to practice for hours every day, always striving to improve his technique and interpretation of the music. Tragically, Hendrickson's career was cut short when he was diagnosed with a rare form of cancer in 2010. He underwent several rounds of treatment, but ultimately succumbed to the disease in 2012 at the age of 27. Hendrickson's legacy lives on through his recordings and the memories of those who were fortunate enough to see him perform. He will always be remembered as one of the greatest pianists of his generation, whose talent and dedication to his craft inspired countless others to pursue their own musical dreams.

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