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Michael Chertock is a renowned classical music artist who has made a name for himself as a pianist, conductor, and composer. Born in Cincinnati, Ohio in 1966, Chertock showed an early interest in music and began playing the piano at the age of five. He grew up in a musical family, with his father being a violinist and his mother a pianist. Chertock's talent for music was evident from a young age, and he began performing in public at the age of eight. He went on to study at the Cincinnati Conservatory of Music, where he earned a Bachelor of Music degree in piano performance. He continued his studies at the Juilliard School in New York City, where he earned a Master of Music degree in piano performance. Chertock's career as a classical music artist began to take off in the 1990s, when he began performing with some of the world's leading orchestras. He has performed with the Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra, the Cleveland Orchestra, the Philadelphia Orchestra, the San Francisco Symphony, and the New York Philharmonic, among others. One of the highlights of Chertock's career was his performance at the 1996 Summer Olympics in Atlanta, Georgia. He was chosen to perform the Olympic Hymn at the opening ceremony, which was watched by millions of people around the world. Chertock's performance was widely praised for its beauty and emotional power. Chertock has also received numerous awards and honors for his work as a classical music artist. In 1993, he was awarded the prestigious Avery Fisher Career Grant, which is given to outstanding young musicians who show exceptional promise for the future. He has also been awarded the Cincinnati Entertainment Award for Best Classical Instrumentalist, and the Ohio Governor's Award for the Arts. In addition to his work as a pianist, Chertock is also an accomplished conductor and composer. He has conducted the Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra, the Louisville Orchestra, and the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra, among others. He has also composed music for a variety of ensembles, including the Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra and the Cincinnati Ballet. Chertock's recordings have also received critical acclaim. He has recorded several albums of classical music, including works by Beethoven, Chopin, and Rachmaninoff. His recording of Gershwin's Rhapsody in Blue with the Cincinnati Pops Orchestra was nominated for a Grammy Award in 1998. Chertock is also a dedicated music educator, and has taught at the Cincinnati Conservatory of Music and the University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music. He has also given masterclasses and workshops around the world, and is known for his engaging and informative teaching style. In addition to his work as a classical music artist, Chertock is also an avid sports fan. He is a passionate supporter of the Cincinnati Reds baseball team, and has even performed the national anthem at several of their games. Overall, Michael Chertock is a highly respected and accomplished classical music artist who has made a significant contribution to the world of music. His talent, dedication, and passion for music have earned him numerous awards and accolades, and his performances continue to inspire and delight audiences around the world.

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