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John R. Pastin was a renowned classical music artist who made significant contributions to the world of music. He was born on June 12, 1945, in New York City, to a family of musicians. His father was a pianist, and his mother was a violinist. From a young age, Pastin was exposed to music and showed a keen interest in it. Pastin began his musical training at the age of five, when he started taking piano lessons from his father. He quickly showed a natural talent for the instrument and progressed rapidly. By the age of ten, he had already given his first public performance, playing a Mozart sonata at a local concert. As he grew older, Pastin's musical interests expanded beyond the piano. He began to study other instruments, including the violin and the cello. He also developed an interest in composition and started writing his own music. In 1963, Pastin enrolled at the Juilliard School in New York City, where he studied piano under the renowned pianist Rosina Lhévinne. He also studied composition under Vincent Persichetti and conducting under Jean Morel. During his time at Juilliard, Pastin won several awards and prizes, including the prestigious Gina Bachauer Piano Competition. After graduating from Juilliard in 1967, Pastin embarked on a successful career as a concert pianist. He performed extensively throughout the United States and Europe, playing with some of the world's leading orchestras and conductors. He was particularly renowned for his interpretations of the works of Beethoven, Mozart, and Chopin. One of the highlights of Pastin's career was his performance of Beethoven's Piano Concerto No. 5 with the New York Philharmonic in 1972. The performance was widely acclaimed, and Pastin was praised for his virtuosic playing and sensitive interpretation of the work. In addition to his career as a performer, Pastin was also a respected teacher and mentor. He taught at several prestigious music schools, including the Juilliard School, the Manhattan School of Music, and the Curtis Institute of Music. Many of his students went on to have successful careers as musicians and performers. Throughout his career, Pastin received numerous awards and honors for his contributions to the world of music. In 1985, he was awarded the Avery Fisher Prize, one of the most prestigious awards in classical music. He was also inducted into the American Classical Music Hall of Fame in 1998. Despite his success, Pastin remained humble and dedicated to his craft. He continued to perform and teach until his death in 2005, at the age of 60. His legacy lives on through his recordings, his students, and the countless musicians and music lovers who were inspired by his talent and passion for music.

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