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Baroque

 

 

Romantic

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Opera

 

Neva Krysteva was born on May 12, 1985, in Sofia, Bulgaria. She grew up in a family of musicians, with her mother being a pianist and her father a violinist. From a young age, Neva showed a natural talent for music and began playing the piano at the age of four. At the age of six, Neva began attending the National School of Music in Sofia, where she studied piano under the guidance of renowned Bulgarian pianist, Professor Milena Mollova. During her time at the school, Neva won numerous awards and competitions, including the National Piano Competition for Young Musicians in Bulgaria. After completing her studies at the National School of Music, Neva went on to study at the National Academy of Music in Sofia, where she continued to excel in her piano studies. In 2005, she was awarded a scholarship to study at the Royal Academy of Music in London, where she studied under the tutelage of Professor Christopher Elton. During her time at the Royal Academy of Music, Neva won several awards and competitions, including the prestigious Harold Craxton Prize for Accompaniment. She also had the opportunity to perform in some of the most renowned concert halls in London, including the Wigmore Hall and the Royal Festival Hall. After completing her studies at the Royal Academy of Music, Neva began to establish herself as a solo pianist, performing in concerts and recitals across Europe. In 2008, she was invited to perform at the Sofia Music Weeks Festival, where she received critical acclaim for her performance of Beethoven's Piano Sonata No. 23 in F minor, Op. 57, also known as the "Appassionata." In 2010, Neva released her debut album, "Piano Works by Bulgarian Composers," which featured works by Bulgarian composers such as Pancho Vladigerov and Marin Goleminov. The album received widespread critical acclaim and helped to establish Neva as one of the leading pianists of her generation. Over the years, Neva has continued to perform in concerts and recitals across Europe, collaborating with some of the most renowned musicians and orchestras in the world. In 2015, she was invited to perform at the International Piano Festival in Moscow, where she received a standing ovation for her performance of Rachmaninoff's Piano Concerto No. 2 in C minor, Op. 18. In addition to her career as a solo pianist, Neva is also a dedicated teacher and mentor to young musicians. She has taught at several music schools and conservatories across Europe, including the Royal Academy of Music in London and the National Academy of Music in Sofia. Throughout her career, Neva has received numerous awards and accolades for her contributions to classical music. In 2018, she was awarded the Order of Stara Planina, one of the highest honors in Bulgaria, for her outstanding achievements in the field of music. Today, Neva Krysteva continues to inspire audiences and musicians alike with her passion and dedication to classical music. Her performances are characterized by a deep emotional intensity and a profound understanding of the music she plays, making her one of the most respected and admired pianists of her generation.

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