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David Robert Coleman was born on May 22, 1970, in Los Angeles, California. He grew up in a family of musicians, with his father being a jazz pianist and his mother a classical pianist. From a young age, Coleman showed a natural talent for music and began playing the piano at the age of four. Coleman's parents recognized his talent and encouraged him to pursue music seriously. He began taking piano lessons and quickly progressed, showing a particular aptitude for classical music. By the age of ten, Coleman had already won several local piano competitions and was performing in public regularly. In his teenage years, Coleman continued to hone his skills as a pianist and began to explore other areas of classical music. He studied composition and music theory, and also began to play the organ. He attended the University of Southern California, where he earned a Bachelor of Music degree in piano performance. After completing his undergraduate studies, Coleman continued his education at the Juilliard School in New York City. There, he studied with some of the most renowned classical musicians in the world, including Yo-Yo Ma and Itzhak Perlman. He earned a Master of Music degree in piano performance and composition. Coleman's career as a classical musician began to take off in the early 1990s. He began performing in major concert halls around the world, including Carnegie Hall in New York City and the Royal Albert Hall in London. He also began to receive critical acclaim for his performances, with many critics praising his technical skill and emotional depth. In 1995, Coleman released his first album, a collection of solo piano works by Franz Liszt. The album was a commercial success and received widespread critical acclaim. It was followed by several more albums, including recordings of works by Chopin, Beethoven, and Bach. Throughout his career, Coleman has also been active as a composer. He has written works for solo piano, chamber ensembles, and orchestras. His compositions have been performed by some of the world's leading classical musicians, including Yo-Yo Ma and Joshua Bell. In addition to his work as a performer and composer, Coleman has also been active as an educator. He has taught at several universities and conservatories, including the Juilliard School and the Manhattan School of Music. He has also given masterclasses and workshops around the world, sharing his knowledge and expertise with aspiring musicians. Over the course of his career, Coleman has received numerous awards and honors. In 1998, he was awarded the Avery Fisher Career Grant, one of the most prestigious awards in classical music. He has also been a recipient of the Gilmore Artist Award, the Van Cliburn International Piano Competition, and the International Tchaikovsky Competition. Despite his many accomplishments, Coleman remains humble and dedicated to his craft. He continues to perform and compose, always striving to improve and push the boundaries of classical music. His passion and dedication have made him one of the most respected and admired classical musicians of his generation.

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