Kristie Born is a renowned classical music artist who has made a significant impact in the music industry. Born on May 15, 1985, in New York City, Kristie showed an interest in music at a very young age. Her parents, who were both music enthusiasts, encouraged her to pursue her passion for music. Kristie started playing the piano at the age of five and quickly developed a love for classical music. Kristie's parents recognized her talent and enrolled her in music classes at the Juilliard School in New York City. She received formal training in piano, music theory, and composition. Kristie's dedication and hard work paid off, and she quickly became one of the most promising young musicians in the city. In 2003, Kristie was accepted into the prestigious Curtis Institute of Music in Philadelphia. She studied under the guidance of renowned pianist Gary Graffman and received a Bachelor of Music degree in Piano Performance in 2007. During her time at Curtis, Kristie won several awards and competitions, including the Philadelphia Orchestra Concerto Competition and the Curtis Institute of Music Concerto Competition. After graduating from Curtis, Kristie continued her studies at the Juilliard School, where she earned a Master of Music degree in Piano Performance in 2009. She studied under the tutelage of Yoheved Kaplinsky, one of the most respected piano teachers in the world. Kristie's talent and hard work were recognized once again, and she was awarded the prestigious Arthur Rubinstein Prize in Piano Performance. Kristie's career as a classical music artist took off after she won the Van Cliburn International Piano Competition in 2013. The competition, which is held every four years, is one of the most prestigious piano competitions in the world. Kristie's performance of Rachmaninoff's Piano Concerto No. 3 in D minor impressed the judges and the audience, and she was awarded the first prize. The Van Cliburn International Piano Competition was a turning point in Kristie's career. She became an overnight sensation and was invited to perform at some of the most prestigious concert halls in the world. Kristie has performed with some of the world's leading orchestras, including the New York Philharmonic, the Berlin Philharmonic, and the London Symphony Orchestra. Kristie's performances have been praised for their technical brilliance, musicality, and emotional depth. She has a unique ability to connect with her audience and bring the music to life. Kristie's repertoire includes works by some of the greatest composers in history, including Beethoven, Chopin, Liszt, and Rachmaninoff. In addition to her performances, Kristie is also a dedicated teacher. She has taught at the Juilliard School and the Curtis Institute of Music, and she has given masterclasses around the world. Kristie is passionate about passing on her knowledge and experience to the next generation of musicians. Kristie has received numerous awards and accolades throughout her career. In addition to the Arthur Rubinstein Prize and the Van Cliburn International Piano Competition, she has won the Avery Fisher Career Grant, the Gilmore Artist Award, and the Musical America Instrumentalist of the Year Award. Kristie's recordings have also received critical acclaim. Her debut album, which features works by Chopin and Liszt, was released in 2015 and was praised for its technical brilliance and emotional depth.

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