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Modern

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Choral

 

 

Vocal

 

Marie-Danielle Parent is a Canadian classical pianist who has gained international recognition for her virtuosic performances and musical interpretations. Born in Montreal, Quebec in 1985, Parent began playing the piano at the age of four and quickly showed a natural talent for the instrument. She received her early musical training at the Conservatoire de musique de Montréal, where she studied with renowned pianist Marc Durand. As a young musician, Parent quickly distinguished herself as a rising star in the classical music world. She won numerous awards and competitions, including the prestigious Prix d'Europe in 2007, which allowed her to study with some of the world's leading pianists in Europe. During this time, she also performed extensively throughout Canada and Europe, earning critical acclaim for her technical prowess and musical sensitivity. One of Parent's most notable performances came in 2010, when she was invited to perform at the prestigious International Chopin Piano Competition in Warsaw, Poland. The competition, which is held every five years, is widely regarded as one of the most challenging and prestigious piano competitions in the world. Parent's performance of Chopin's Piano Concerto No. 2 in F minor earned her a place in the final round of the competition, where she ultimately placed among the top ten finalists. In addition to her success as a soloist, Parent has also established herself as a sought-after chamber musician and collaborator. She has performed with some of the world's leading orchestras and ensembles, including the Montreal Symphony Orchestra, the Orchestre Métropolitain, and the Orchestre symphonique de Québec. She has also collaborated with a number of prominent musicians, including cellist Stéphane Tétreault and violinist Andrew Wan. Throughout her career, Parent has been recognized for her exceptional talent and dedication to the arts. In addition to the Prix d'Europe, she has received numerous awards and honors, including the Sylva Gelber Foundation Award, the Virginia Parker Prize, and the Women's Musical Club of Toronto Career Development Award. She has also been a featured artist on CBC Radio and has been profiled in a number of major publications, including The Globe and Mail and La Presse. Despite her many accomplishments, Parent remains committed to her craft and continues to push herself to new heights as a musician. She is known for her passionate and deeply expressive performances, as well as her dedication to promoting classical music to new audiences. With her exceptional talent and unwavering commitment to excellence, Marie-Danielle Parent is sure to remain a leading figure in the classical music world for years to come.

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