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Roberto Prosseda is a renowned Italian classical pianist, born on July 16, 1975, in Latina, Italy. He began playing the piano at the age of four and showed exceptional talent from an early age. His parents recognized his potential and encouraged him to pursue a career in music. Prosseda's musical education began at the Conservatory of Santa Cecilia in Rome, where he studied under Sergio Perticaroli. He later continued his studies at the International Piano Academy in Imola, where he was mentored by Franco Scala. Prosseda's talent and dedication to his craft were evident from the start, and he quickly gained recognition as a rising star in the classical music world. Prosseda's career took off in the early 2000s, when he began performing in major concert halls around the world. He has since performed with some of the most prestigious orchestras, including the London Philharmonic Orchestra, the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, and the Tokyo Symphony Orchestra. He has also collaborated with renowned conductors such as Vladimir Ashkenazy, Yuri Temirkanov, and Riccardo Chailly. One of Prosseda's most notable performances was his debut at the Salzburg Festival in 2009, where he performed Mozart's Piano Concerto No. 23 in A major with the Mozarteum Orchestra Salzburg. The performance was met with critical acclaim, and Prosseda was praised for his technical skill and musical sensitivity. Prosseda is also known for his dedication to the music of lesser-known composers, particularly those from the Romantic era. He has recorded several albums featuring the works of composers such as Felix Mendelssohn, Charles-Valentin Alkan, and Julius Reubke. His recordings have received widespread critical acclaim and have earned him several awards, including the Diapason d'Or and the Echo Klassik Award. In addition to his performances and recordings, Prosseda is also a respected musicologist and scholar. He has written extensively on the music of Mendelssohn and has edited several volumes of the composer's works. He is also a passionate advocate for the preservation of historic pianos and has worked to restore several instruments from the 19th century. Prosseda's dedication to his craft and his passion for music have earned him numerous accolades throughout his career. In 2001, he was awarded the prestigious "Gina Bachauer" Prize at the International Piano Competition in Salt Lake City. He has also been awarded the "Premio Abbiati" by the Italian National Association of Music Critics and the "Franco Abbiati" Prize for Best Recording. Despite his many accomplishments, Prosseda remains humble and dedicated to his art. He continues to perform and record regularly, and his passion for music shows no signs of waning. He is widely regarded as one of the most talented and innovative pianists of his generation, and his contributions to the classical music world are sure to be remembered for years to come.

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