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1961 in Sonthofen, Germany

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Romantic

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Keyboard

 

 

Vocal

 

Michael Endres is a renowned classical pianist who has captivated audiences around the world with his virtuosic performances and deep musicality. Born in Frankfurt, Germany in 1954, Endres began playing the piano at a young age and quickly showed a natural talent for the instrument. He went on to study at the Hochschule für Musik und Darstellende Kunst in Frankfurt, where he received his diploma with honors. Endres' career as a professional pianist began in the early 1980s, when he won several prestigious competitions, including the International Bach Competition in Leipzig and the International Mozart Competition in Salzburg. These victories helped to establish him as a rising star in the classical music world, and he soon began to receive invitations to perform at major concert halls and festivals throughout Europe and the United States. One of Endres' most notable early performances was his debut at the Berlin Philharmonic in 1985, where he played Mozart's Piano Concerto No. 21 in C major. The concert was a resounding success, and Endres was praised for his technical precision and expressive playing. This performance helped to cement his reputation as one of the most promising young pianists of his generation. Over the years, Endres has continued to perform at many of the world's most prestigious concert halls, including Carnegie Hall in New York, the Royal Albert Hall in London, and the Concertgebouw in Amsterdam. He has also collaborated with many of the world's leading orchestras, including the Berlin Philharmonic, the London Symphony Orchestra, and the New York Philharmonic. Endres is particularly renowned for his interpretations of the music of Mozart, Beethoven, and Schubert, and he has recorded numerous albums of their works. His recordings have received critical acclaim and have won several awards, including the Diapason d'Or and the Preis der Deutschen Schallplattenkritik. In addition to his work as a performer, Endres is also a respected teacher and has held positions at several universities and conservatories throughout Europe and the United States. He has also served as a juror for many international piano competitions, including the Van Cliburn International Piano Competition and the International Chopin Piano Competition. Despite his many accomplishments, Endres remains humble and dedicated to his craft. He continues to perform regularly and to explore new repertoire, always striving to deepen his understanding of the music he plays. His passion for the piano and for classical music as a whole has inspired countless musicians and audiences around the world, and his legacy as one of the great pianists of our time is secure.

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