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November 21, 1957

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Ewa Pobłocka is a renowned Polish classical pianist who has made a significant contribution to the world of classical music. She was born on October 16, 1951, in Gdańsk, Poland. Her parents were both musicians, and her father was a well-known conductor. From a young age, Pobłocka showed a keen interest in music, and her parents encouraged her to pursue her passion. Pobłocka began her piano studies at the age of six with Professor Zbigniew Śliwiński. She later studied at the State Higher School of Music in Warsaw with Professor Ryszard Bakst. She graduated with honors in 1974 and went on to pursue further studies at the Hochschule für Musik in Vienna with Professor Dieter Weber. Pobłocka's talent was recognized early on in her career, and she won several prestigious awards, including the First Prize at the International Chopin Competition in Warsaw in 1980. This was a significant achievement for Pobłocka, as the Chopin Competition is one of the most prestigious piano competitions in the world. She also won the First Prize at the International Piano Competition in Senigallia, Italy, in 1977. Pobłocka's career took off after her success at the Chopin Competition. She began performing extensively throughout Europe, Asia, and the United States. She has performed with many of the world's leading orchestras, including the Berlin Philharmonic, the London Symphony Orchestra, and the New York Philharmonic. She has also collaborated with many renowned conductors, including Claudio Abbado, Zubin Mehta, and Lorin Maazel. Pobłocka's repertoire is extensive and includes works by many of the great composers, including Bach, Beethoven, Chopin, Mozart, and Schumann. She is particularly known for her interpretations of Chopin's music, and her recordings of his works have received critical acclaim. She has also recorded works by other Polish composers, including Szymanowski and Paderewski. In addition to her performing career, Pobłocka is also a respected teacher. She has taught at the State Higher School of Music in Warsaw and the Hochschule für Musik in Vienna. She has also given masterclasses throughout Europe and Asia. Pobłocka's contributions to the world of classical music have been recognized with numerous awards and honors. In 1991, she was awarded the Order of Polonia Restituta, one of Poland's highest honors. She has also been awarded the Medal for Merit to Culture – Gloria Artis and the Gold Medal for Merit to Culture – Polonia Restituta. Pobłocka continues to perform and record, and her contributions to the world of classical music are widely recognized. She is known for her technical skill, musicality, and interpretation of the great works of classical music. Her recordings and performances have inspired countless musicians and music lovers around the world, and she remains a beloved figure in the world of classical music.

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