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June 28, 1973 in Klangenfurt

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Christopher Hinterhuber is a renowned classical pianist known for his virtuosic performances and deep musicality. Born on May 22, 1973, in Austria, Hinterhuber showed an early interest in music and began playing the piano at the age of four. He grew up in a musical family, with his father being a conductor and his mother a pianist, which provided him with a rich musical environment from a young age. Hinterhuber's talent was quickly recognized, and he began performing in public at the age of six. He went on to study at the Mozarteum University in Salzburg, where he received his diploma with distinction. He continued his studies with renowned pianists such as Paul Badura-Skoda, Lazar Berman, and András Schiff, further honing his skills and developing his unique musical voice. Hinterhuber's career took off in the early 2000s, with a series of highly acclaimed performances and recordings. In 2001, he won the prestigious International Beethoven Piano Competition in Vienna, which brought him international recognition and opened up new opportunities for him. He went on to perform with major orchestras around the world, including the Vienna Symphony Orchestra, the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, and the Moscow Philharmonic Orchestra. One of Hinterhuber's most notable performances was his debut at the Salzburg Festival in 2003, where he played Beethoven's Piano Concerto No. 4 with the Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra under the baton of Sir Simon Rattle. The performance was widely praised for its technical brilliance and emotional depth, cementing Hinterhuber's reputation as one of the most exciting pianists of his generation. Hinterhuber has also made a name for himself as a recording artist, with a discography that includes over 20 albums. His recordings have received critical acclaim and numerous awards, including the Diapason d'Or and the Gramophone Editor's Choice. Some of his most notable recordings include his interpretations of Beethoven's piano sonatas, Chopin's complete works for piano, and Liszt's Transcendental Etudes. In addition to his performing and recording career, Hinterhuber is also a dedicated teacher and mentor. He has taught at the Mozarteum University in Salzburg and the University of Music and Performing Arts in Vienna, and has given masterclasses around the world. He is known for his passionate and insightful approach to teaching, and has inspired many young pianists to pursue their own musical dreams. Throughout his career, Hinterhuber has received numerous awards and honors for his contributions to classical music. In 2007, he was awarded the Austrian Cross of Honor for Science and Art, and in 2013 he was named an honorary citizen of his hometown of Wolfsberg. He has also been a jury member for several international piano competitions, including the International Tchaikovsky Competition and the International Chopin Piano Competition. Today, Christopher Hinterhuber continues to perform and record, bringing his unique musical voice to audiences around the world. His passion for music and dedication to his craft have made him one of the most respected and admired pianists of his generation, and his legacy will continue to inspire future generations of musicians.

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