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Belvedere Trio Wien is a classical music ensemble that was founded in Vienna, Austria in 1993. The trio consists of three main members: violinist Verena Stourzh, cellist David Pennetzdorfer, and pianist Christoph Traxler. The ensemble has gained international recognition for their exceptional performances of classical music, particularly works by Austrian composers. The Belvedere Trio Wien takes its name from the Belvedere Palace in Vienna, which was once the summer residence of Prince Eugene of Savoy. The palace is now home to the Austrian Gallery Belvedere, which houses a collection of Austrian art from the Middle Ages to the present day. The trio chose the name Belvedere as a tribute to the rich cultural heritage of Vienna and Austria. Verena Stourzh, the violinist of the Belvedere Trio Wien, was born in Vienna and began playing the violin at the age of six. She studied at the Vienna Conservatory and later at the University of Music and Performing Arts Vienna. Stourzh has performed with numerous orchestras and ensembles throughout Europe and the United States, and has won several awards for her performances. David Pennetzdorfer, the cellist of the Belvedere Trio Wien, was also born in Vienna and began playing the cello at the age of seven. He studied at the Vienna Conservatory and later at the University of Music and Performing Arts Vienna. Pennetzdorfer has performed with many orchestras and ensembles throughout Europe and has won several awards for his performances. Christoph Traxler, the pianist of the Belvedere Trio Wien, was born in Salzburg, Austria and began playing the piano at the age of six. He studied at the University of Music and Performing Arts Vienna and has performed with many orchestras and ensembles throughout Europe and the United States. Traxler has also won several awards for his performances. The Belvedere Trio Wien has performed at many prestigious venues throughout Europe and the United States, including the Musikverein in Vienna, the Konzerthaus in Berlin, the Wigmore Hall in London, and Carnegie Hall in New York City. The trio has also performed at numerous music festivals, including the Salzburg Festival, the Schleswig-Holstein Music Festival, and the Festival de Musique de Menton. One of the highlights of the Belvedere Trio Wien's career was their performance at the 2006 Salzburg Festival, where they performed works by Mozart, Schubert, and Brahms. The trio received critical acclaim for their performance, with one reviewer describing their playing as "exquisite and sensitive." The Belvedere Trio Wien has also won several awards for their performances, including the 1997 International Chamber Music Competition in Trapani, Italy, and the 2001 International Chamber Music Competition in Osaka, Japan. The trio has also recorded several albums, including a recording of works by Schubert and a recording of works by Brahms. In addition to their performances and recordings, the Belvedere Trio Wien is also committed to promoting classical music to a wider audience. The trio has participated in numerous educational programs, including workshops and masterclasses for young musicians. They have also collaborated with other artists and ensembles, including the Vienna Boys' Choir and the Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra. Overall, the Belvedere Trio Wien is a highly respected classical music ensemble that has gained international recognition for their exceptional performances of works by Austrian composers.

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