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Pavel Egorov was a renowned classical pianist born on August 28, 1965, in Moscow, Russia. He was born into a family of musicians, and his father, Vladimir Egorov, was a well-known pianist and professor at the Moscow Conservatory. Pavel began playing the piano at the age of five and showed exceptional talent from an early age. Egorov's musical education began at the Central Music School in Moscow, where he studied under the guidance of Tatiana Kestner. He later continued his studies at the Moscow Conservatory, where he was a student of Lev Naumov. Egorov's talent was quickly recognized, and he won several prestigious awards, including the First Prize at the International Piano Competition in Senigallia, Italy, in 1984. Egorov's career as a concert pianist began in the late 1980s, and he quickly gained a reputation as one of the most talented pianists of his generation. He made his debut at the Great Hall of the Moscow Conservatory in 1987, where he performed works by Beethoven, Chopin, and Rachmaninoff. The concert was a huge success, and Egorov was praised for his technical skill and musicality. In 1988, Egorov made his international debut at the International Piano Festival in La Roque d'Anthéron, France. He performed works by Chopin, Liszt, and Rachmaninoff, and his performance was met with critical acclaim. Egorov's international career took off, and he began performing in major concert halls around the world. Egorov's repertoire was vast, and he was known for his interpretations of works by Beethoven, Chopin, Liszt, Rachmaninoff, and Scriabin. He was also a champion of contemporary music and premiered works by several contemporary composers, including Sofia Gubaidulina and Edison Denisov. One of Egorov's most memorable performances was his 1990 concert at the Tchaikovsky Hall in Moscow. He performed Beethoven's Piano Sonata No. 29, "Hammerklavier," which is considered one of the most challenging works in the piano repertoire. Egorov's performance was a triumph, and he received a standing ovation from the audience. Egorov's career was cut short when he was diagnosed with AIDS in 1991. He continued to perform despite his illness, and his final concert was in Amsterdam in 1994. Egorov passed away on April 16, 1995, at the age of 29. Despite his short career, Egorov left a lasting legacy in the world of classical music. He was known for his technical skill, musicality, and passion for music. He won several awards throughout his career, including the First Prize at the International Piano Competition in Senigallia, Italy, in 1984, and the Grand Prix at the International Piano Competition in Tokyo, Japan, in 1985. Egorov's recordings are still highly regarded today, and his performances of works by Beethoven, Chopin, Liszt, Rachmaninoff, and Scriabin are considered some of the best in the piano repertoire. His recordings of the complete piano works of Scriabin are particularly noteworthy and are considered some of the best recordings of Scriabin's music. In conclusion, Pavel Egorov was a talented and passionate pianist who left a lasting legacy in the world of classical music. Despite his short career, he made a significant impact on the piano repertoire and inspired countless musicians around the world. His recordings and performances continue to be celebrated today, and he will always be remembered as one of the greatest pianists of his generation.

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