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Bennett Lerner is a renowned classical pianist, musicologist, and educator. He was born in New York City in 1940 and began playing the piano at the age of six. Lerner's parents were both musicians, and his father was a composer and conductor. Lerner's early musical education was heavily influenced by his parents, and he began studying with renowned pianist Rosina Lhévinne at the Juilliard School when he was just 12 years old. Lerner's talent as a pianist quickly became apparent, and he won numerous competitions and awards throughout his teenage years. He made his debut as a soloist with the New York Philharmonic at the age of 17, performing Beethoven's Piano Concerto No. 3. This performance was widely praised, and Lerner was hailed as a rising star in the classical music world. After completing his undergraduate studies at Juilliard, Lerner went on to earn a Ph.D. in musicology from Columbia University. He also studied with renowned pianist and pedagogue Artur Schnabel in Europe, further honing his skills as a performer and interpreter of classical music. Throughout his career, Lerner has performed extensively as a soloist and chamber musician, both in the United States and abroad. He has collaborated with many of the world's leading orchestras and conductors, including the New York Philharmonic, the Boston Symphony Orchestra, and the London Symphony Orchestra. Lerner is particularly known for his interpretations of the music of Franz Schubert, and he has recorded several acclaimed albums of Schubert's piano music. He has also written extensively about Schubert's music, and his scholarship on the composer has been widely praised for its depth and insight. In addition to his work as a performer and scholar, Lerner has also been a dedicated educator. He has taught at several prestigious institutions, including the Juilliard School, Columbia University, and the University of California, Los Angeles. He has also given masterclasses and workshops around the world, sharing his knowledge and expertise with aspiring musicians. Throughout his career, Lerner has received numerous awards and honors for his contributions to the classical music world. He was awarded the prestigious Avery Fisher Prize in 1985, and he has also been honored by the National Endowment for the Arts and the American Academy of Arts and Letters. Despite his many accomplishments, Lerner remains humble and dedicated to his craft. He continues to perform, teach, and write about classical music, inspiring generations of musicians and music lovers with his passion and expertise.

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