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Viv McLean is a British classical pianist who has gained international recognition for his virtuosic performances and musical interpretations. Born in 1976 in London, McLean showed an early interest in music and began playing the piano at the age of four. He was encouraged by his parents, who were both amateur musicians, and received his first formal piano lessons at the age of six. McLean's talent was quickly recognized, and he won his first competition at the age of seven. He continued to win numerous awards and competitions throughout his childhood and teenage years, including the prestigious BBC Young Musician of the Year competition in 1992. This award launched his career and led to numerous performance opportunities and recording contracts. McLean's musical education was equally impressive. He studied at the Royal Academy of Music in London, where he received a Bachelor of Music degree with first-class honors. He then went on to study with the renowned pianist and teacher Maria João Pires in Portugal, where he honed his skills and developed his unique musical style. McLean's performances are characterized by his technical precision, musical sensitivity, and emotional depth. He has a particular affinity for the music of Chopin, and his performances of Chopin's works are widely regarded as some of the best in the world. He has also performed and recorded works by a wide range of composers, including Beethoven, Schumann, Liszt, and Rachmaninoff. McLean has performed in some of the world's most prestigious concert halls, including the Wigmore Hall and the Royal Festival Hall in London, the Carnegie Hall in New York, and the Berlin Philharmonic. He has also performed with some of the world's leading orchestras, including the London Philharmonic Orchestra, the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, and the BBC Symphony Orchestra. In addition to his solo performances, McLean is also an accomplished chamber musician. He has collaborated with some of the world's leading musicians, including cellist Natalie Clein, violinist Tasmin Little, and clarinetist Michael Collins. He is also a member of the Lawson Trio, a piano trio that has gained international recognition for their performances and recordings. McLean's recordings have received critical acclaim and have won numerous awards. His recording of Chopin's complete Nocturnes was named "Editor's Choice" by Gramophone magazine, and his recording of Schumann's Piano Concerto with the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra was named "Recording of the Month" by Classic FM magazine. Despite his success, McLean remains humble and dedicated to his craft. He continues to practice for several hours a day and is constantly seeking to improve his technique and musical interpretation. He is also committed to sharing his love of music with others and is involved in numerous educational and outreach programs. In recognition of his contributions to the world of classical music, McLean has received numerous awards and honors. In 2011, he was awarded the prestigious Wigmore Hall Medal, which is given to musicians who have made a significant contribution to the hall's history and reputation. He has also been awarded the Royal Philharmonic Society's Instrumentalist Award and the South Bank Sky Arts Award for Classical Music. In conclusion, Viv McLean is a world-renowned classical pianist who has gained international recognition for his virtuosic performances and musical interpretations.

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