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Brian Zeger is a renowned classical music artist who has made a significant contribution to the world of music as a pianist, vocal coach, and collaborative artist. He was born in 1953 in Washington, D.C., and grew up in a family that valued music and the arts. His father was a composer, and his mother was a singer, which inspired him to pursue a career in music. Zeger began his musical training at an early age, studying piano with his mother and later with renowned pianist Leon Fleisher. He attended the Juilliard School in New York City, where he earned a Bachelor of Music degree in piano performance. He continued his studies at the Curtis Institute of Music in Philadelphia, where he received a Master of Music degree in piano performance. After completing his studies, Zeger embarked on a successful career as a pianist, performing in major concert halls around the world. He has collaborated with some of the most celebrated singers of our time, including Marilyn Horne, Renée Fleming, and Deborah Voigt. He has also performed with many of the world's leading orchestras, including the New York Philharmonic, the Boston Symphony Orchestra, and the Berlin Philharmonic. In addition to his work as a pianist, Zeger is also a highly respected vocal coach and collaborative artist. He has served on the faculty of the Juilliard School since 1993, where he is currently the Artistic Director of the Marcus Institute for Vocal Arts. He has also taught at the Manhattan School of Music and the Music Academy of the West. Zeger's contributions to the world of music have been recognized with numerous awards and honors. In 1991, he was awarded the prestigious Samuel Sanders Collaborative Artist Award by the Classical Recording Foundation. He has also received the Paul C. Boylan Award from the University of North Carolina School of the Arts and the Distinguished Alumni Award from the Curtis Institute of Music. One of the highlights of Zeger's career was his collaboration with soprano Renée Fleming on the album "Haunted Heart," which was released in 2005. The album features a collection of songs by composers such as Richard Strauss, Claude Debussy, and Francis Poulenc, and received critical acclaim for its beautiful performances and sensitive interpretations. Another notable performance by Zeger was his collaboration with mezzo-soprano Susan Graham on the album "Songs of the Sea," which was released in 2007. The album features a collection of songs by composers such as Gabriel Fauré, Maurice Ravel, and Reynaldo Hahn, and showcases Zeger's exceptional skills as a collaborative artist. Zeger's dedication to the world of music has also extended to his work as an educator. He has mentored countless young musicians and has helped to shape the careers of many of today's most successful singers and pianists. His commitment to excellence and his passion for music have inspired generations of musicians and have made him a beloved figure in the world of classical music. In conclusion, Brian Zeger is a true icon in the world of classical music. His exceptional skills as a pianist, vocal coach, and collaborative artist have earned him numerous awards and honors, and his dedication to the world of music has inspired countless musicians around the world. His legacy will continue to live on through the countless musicians he has mentored and the beautiful music he has helped to create.

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