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Nikoloz Rachveli is a renowned classical music artist who has made a name for himself in the world of music. Born on 26th December 1988 in Tbilisi, Georgia, Nikoloz Rachveli was raised in a family of musicians. His father, Zurab Rachveli, was a famous Georgian composer, and his mother, Nino Surguladze, was a renowned opera singer. Growing up in such a musical environment, Nikoloz Rachveli developed a deep love for music from a very young age. Nikoloz Rachveli began his musical journey by learning to play the piano at the age of five. He showed exceptional talent and quickly became a prodigy. At the age of nine, he was accepted into the Tbilisi State Conservatoire, where he studied under the guidance of renowned pianist and composer, Nodar Gabunia. During his time at the conservatoire, Nikoloz Rachveli honed his skills and developed a deep understanding of music theory and composition. After completing his studies at the Tbilisi State Conservatoire, Nikoloz Rachveli went on to study at the Royal College of Music in London. There, he studied under the guidance of renowned conductor, Bernard Haitink, and composer, Mark-Anthony Turnage. During his time at the Royal College of Music, Nikoloz Rachveli continued to excel and was awarded the prestigious Queen Elizabeth II Scholarship, which is awarded to exceptional students. Nikoloz Rachveli's talent and hard work paid off when he was appointed as the principal conductor of the Georgian National Symphony Orchestra at the age of 24. This was a significant achievement for Nikoloz Rachveli, as he became the youngest conductor to lead a national orchestra. During his tenure as the principal conductor, Nikoloz Rachveli led the orchestra in numerous performances, both in Georgia and abroad. He also collaborated with renowned musicians such as Yo-Yo Ma, Maxim Vengerov, and Khatia Buniatishvili. One of Nikoloz Rachveli's most significant achievements was his collaboration with the world-renowned composer, Philip Glass. In 2015, Nikoloz Rachveli conducted the world premiere of Philip Glass's Symphony No. 10, which was commissioned by the Georgian government to celebrate the country's 100th anniversary of independence. The performance was a huge success, and Nikoloz Rachveli received critical acclaim for his interpretation of the piece. Nikoloz Rachveli's talent and hard work have been recognized with numerous awards and accolades. In 2013, he was awarded the Presidential Order of Excellence by the President of Georgia, Giorgi Margvelashvili, for his contribution to the development of Georgian culture. In 2016, he was awarded the title of Honorary Citizen of Tbilisi, the capital city of Georgia, for his outstanding achievements in the field of music. Nikoloz Rachveli's talent and dedication to music have made him one of the most sought-after conductors in the world. He has conducted numerous orchestras, including the London Symphony Orchestra, the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, and the Munich Symphony Orchestra. He has also performed in some of the world's most prestigious concert halls, including the Royal Albert Hall in London, the Carnegie Hall in New York, and the Berlin Philharmonic. In addition to his work as a conductor, Nikoloz Rachveli is also a composer. He has composed music for numerous films, including the Georgian film, "My Happy Family," which was selected as Georgia's official entry for the Best Foreign Language Film at the 90th Academy Awards.

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