Abiel Chea Guerra is a classical music artist who has made a name for himself in the world of music. Born on May 12, 1985, in San Juan, Puerto Rico, Abiel was raised in a family that valued music and the arts. His parents were both musicians, and they encouraged him to pursue his passion for music from a young age. Abiel began his musical journey at the age of six when he started taking piano lessons. He quickly showed a natural talent for the instrument and began performing in public at the age of eight. By the time he was a teenager, Abiel had already won several local and regional piano competitions. In 2003, Abiel moved to the United States to attend the University of Miami's Frost School of Music. There, he studied under the renowned pianist and teacher, Santiago Rodriguez. During his time at the university, Abiel continued to hone his skills as a pianist and began to explore other areas of music, including composition and conducting. After graduating from the University of Miami in 2007, Abiel moved to New York City to pursue a career in music. He quickly established himself as a talented and versatile musician, performing in a variety of settings, from solo recitals to chamber music ensembles and orchestras. One of Abiel's most notable performances came in 2010 when he was invited to perform at Carnegie Hall's Weill Recital Hall. The concert, which featured works by Beethoven, Chopin, and Liszt, was a critical and commercial success, and it helped to establish Abiel as one of the rising stars of the classical music world. In addition to his performances as a pianist, Abiel has also gained recognition as a composer and conductor. His compositions have been performed by orchestras and ensembles around the world, and he has conducted numerous concerts and operas, including productions of Mozart's "The Magic Flute" and Verdi's "La Traviata." Abiel's talent and dedication to his craft have earned him numerous awards and accolades throughout his career. In 2012, he was awarded the prestigious Gilmore Young Artist Award, which recognizes exceptional young pianists who show great promise for the future. The award came with a cash prize of $25,000, which Abiel used to further his musical education and career. In 2015, Abiel was named a Steinway Artist, joining a select group of pianists who are recognized for their exceptional talent and dedication to the instrument. The following year, he was awarded the Avery Fisher Career Grant, which provides financial support and recognition to young musicians who show great potential for a successful career in classical music. Despite his many accomplishments, Abiel remains humble and dedicated to his craft. He continues to perform and compose music, and he is passionate about sharing his love of classical music with audiences around the world. Through his talent and hard work, Abiel has become a respected and admired figure in the classical music world, and his future looks bright as he continues to push the boundaries of what is possible in music.

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