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March 6, 1977 in Brussels, Belgium

 

Edna Stern is a renowned classical pianist who has captivated audiences around the world with her virtuosic performances and deep musicality. Born in Israel in 1977, Stern began playing the piano at the age of six and quickly showed a natural talent for the instrument. She went on to study at the Rubin Academy of Music in Jerusalem, where she received her Bachelor's and Master's degrees with honors. Stern's early career was marked by a series of impressive accomplishments. In 1995, she won first prize at the Young Artists Competition in Israel, and in 1997 she was awarded the America-Israel Cultural Foundation Scholarship. These early successes helped to establish Stern as a rising star in the classical music world, and she soon began to receive invitations to perform at major venues and festivals around the globe. One of Stern's most notable performances came in 2001, when she made her debut at the prestigious Concertgebouw in Amsterdam. The concert was a resounding success, and critics praised Stern's "brilliant technique" and "deeply expressive playing." This performance helped to cement Stern's reputation as one of the most exciting young pianists of her generation. Over the years, Stern has continued to build on her early successes, performing at some of the world's most renowned concert halls and collaborating with some of the most celebrated musicians of our time. In 2006, she was invited to perform at the Salzburg Festival, where she played a solo recital to critical acclaim. She has also performed with the Israel Philharmonic Orchestra, the Orchestre National de France, and the Tokyo Symphony Orchestra, among others. Stern's repertoire is wide-ranging and includes works by some of the greatest composers in the classical canon. She is particularly known for her interpretations of the music of Franz Liszt, and has recorded several albums of his works. Her recordings have received widespread critical acclaim, and she has been praised for her "sensitive and nuanced" playing. In addition to her performing career, Stern is also a dedicated teacher and has taught at several prestigious institutions, including the Royal Conservatory of Brussels and the Geneva Conservatory. She is known for her passionate and engaging teaching style, and has inspired countless young musicians to pursue their own careers in classical music. Throughout her career, Stern has received numerous awards and honors for her contributions to the classical music world. In 2010, she was awarded the prestigious Prix du Rayonnement de la Fondation Simone et Cino Del Duca, which recognizes individuals who have made significant contributions to the arts and sciences. She has also been awarded the Knight's Cross of the Order of Merit of the Republic of Poland, and the Chevalier des Arts et des Lettres by the French government. Despite her many accomplishments, Stern remains humble and dedicated to her craft. She continues to perform and teach around the world, and is committed to sharing her love of classical music with audiences and students alike. Her passion and dedication have made her one of the most beloved and respected classical pianists of our time, and her legacy will continue to inspire generations of musicians to come.

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