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Jane Taylor was born on May 3, 1985, in London, England. She grew up in a family of musicians, with her mother being a pianist and her father a cellist. From a young age, Taylor showed a natural talent for music and began playing the piano at the age of four. She later learned to play the violin and the cello. Taylor attended the Royal Academy of Music in London, where she studied under renowned pianist and teacher, Maria João Pires. During her time at the academy, Taylor won several awards and competitions, including the prestigious Royal Academy of Music Club Prize. After graduating from the academy, Taylor began performing as a soloist and chamber musician. She quickly gained a reputation for her virtuosic playing and her ability to connect with audiences through her emotional performances. One of Taylor's most notable performances was at the 2008 Proms, where she performed Beethoven's Piano Concerto No. 5 with the BBC Symphony Orchestra. The performance was widely praised by critics, with The Guardian calling it "a stunning display of virtuosity and musicality." In 2010, Taylor released her debut album, "Reflections," which featured works by Chopin, Liszt, and Schumann. The album received critical acclaim and was nominated for several awards, including a Classical BRIT Award. Taylor continued to perform and record throughout the 2010s, collaborating with a variety of musicians and ensembles. In 2015, she released "In the Field," an album of solo piano works inspired by nature. The album was praised for its beauty and sensitivity, with Gramophone magazine calling it "a deeply moving and evocative collection." In addition to her performing and recording career, Taylor is also a dedicated teacher and mentor. She has taught at several music schools and conservatories, including the Royal Academy of Music and the Juilliard School in New York. Throughout her career, Taylor has received numerous awards and honors for her contributions to classical music. In 2018, she was awarded the Order of the British Empire for her services to music. She has also been named a Fellow of the Royal Academy of Music and a Fellow of the Royal Society of Arts. Today, Jane Taylor is recognized as one of the most talented and influential classical musicians of her generation. Her passion for music and her dedication to sharing it with others have inspired countless musicians and audiences around the world.

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