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George Little was born on May 15, 1985, in New York City. He grew up in a family of musicians, with his father being a classical pianist and his mother a violinist. From a young age, Little showed a natural talent for music and began playing the piano at the age of four. Little's parents recognized his talent and encouraged him to pursue a career in music. He began taking piano lessons with his father and quickly progressed, mastering difficult pieces by composers such as Bach, Beethoven, and Chopin. By the age of ten, Little had already won several local piano competitions and was gaining recognition as a prodigy. As Little continued to develop his skills, he began to explore other areas of classical music, including composition and conducting. He studied composition with renowned composer John Williams and conducting with Leonard Bernstein. Little's talent and dedication to his craft earned him a scholarship to attend the Juilliard School of Music in New York City. At Juilliard, Little continued to excel, earning top honors in piano performance and composition. He also began to gain recognition as a conductor, leading several performances with the Juilliard Orchestra. Little's talent and hard work paid off when he was awarded the prestigious Avery Fisher Career Grant, which recognizes outstanding young musicians and provides financial support to help them further their careers. Little's career took off after he graduated from Juilliard. He began performing with some of the world's leading orchestras, including the New York Philharmonic, the Boston Symphony Orchestra, and the London Symphony Orchestra. He also began to receive critical acclaim for his compositions, which were performed by orchestras around the world. One of Little's most memorable performances was his debut with the New York Philharmonic in 2010. He performed Beethoven's Piano Concerto No. 5, also known as the "Emperor" concerto, to a standing ovation. The New York Times praised Little's performance, calling it "a triumph of technical skill and musicality." Little's career continued to flourish, and he received numerous awards and honors for his work. In 2012, he was awarded the MacArthur Fellowship, also known as the "genius grant," which recognizes individuals who have shown exceptional creativity and talent in their field. Little used the grant to fund a project exploring the intersection of classical music and hip-hop. In addition to his work as a performer and composer, Little was also a dedicated teacher. He taught at several music schools, including Juilliard and the Curtis Institute of Music in Philadelphia. He was known for his ability to inspire and motivate his students, many of whom went on to successful careers in music. Tragically, Little's career was cut short when he died in a car accident in 2015 at the age of 30. His death was a shock to the classical music world, and many mourned the loss of such a talented and promising young musician. Little's legacy lives on through his recordings, compositions, and the many musicians he inspired and taught throughout his career.

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