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Romantic

 

 

Modern

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Keyboard

 

 

Vocal

 

Norman Krieger is a renowned classical pianist who has captivated audiences around the world with his virtuosic performances and deep musicality. Born in Los Angeles, California in 1963, Krieger showed an early aptitude for music and began studying piano at the age of six. He quickly demonstrated a natural talent for the instrument, and by the time he was a teenager, he was already performing in public and winning competitions. Krieger's musical education was extensive and rigorous. He studied with some of the most respected teachers in the field, including Adele Marcus, a renowned pianist and pedagogue who had been a student of Artur Schnabel. Krieger also studied with the legendary pianist and conductor Daniel Barenboim, who recognized his talent and invited him to perform with the Chicago Symphony Orchestra when he was just 17 years old. Throughout his career, Krieger has performed with many of the world's leading orchestras, including the New York Philharmonic, the Los Angeles Philharmonic, the Chicago Symphony Orchestra, the London Symphony Orchestra, and the Berlin Philharmonic. He has also collaborated with some of the most celebrated conductors of our time, including Zubin Mehta, Leonard Slatkin, and Christoph von Dohnányi. Krieger's repertoire is vast and varied, encompassing works by composers from Bach to Barber. He is particularly known for his interpretations of the music of Beethoven, and has recorded all of the composer's piano concertos with the London Symphony Orchestra. He has also recorded works by Brahms, Schumann, Liszt, and Rachmaninoff, among others. Krieger's performances have been praised for their technical brilliance, emotional depth, and musical intelligence. He is known for his ability to bring out the nuances and subtleties of a piece, and for his ability to connect with audiences on a deep level. His performances are often described as transformative experiences, leaving audiences moved and inspired. In addition to his performing career, Krieger is also a dedicated teacher and mentor. He has taught at the University of Southern California's Thornton School of Music, and has given masterclasses and workshops around the world. He is committed to passing on his knowledge and experience to the next generation of musicians, and is known for his generosity and kindness as a teacher. Krieger has received numerous awards and accolades throughout his career. In 1997, he was awarded the prestigious Avery Fisher Career Grant, which recognizes outstanding young musicians who show great promise for the future. He has also been awarded the Gilmore Young Artist Award, the Andrew Wolf Chamber Music Award, and the Gina Bachauer International Piano Competition. Despite his many accomplishments, Krieger remains humble and dedicated to his craft. He continues to perform and teach, always striving to deepen his understanding of the music he loves. His passion and commitment to excellence have made him one of the most respected and beloved pianists of our time.

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