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Catherine Perrin was a Canadian classical pianist and composer who was born on October 4, 1937, in Montreal, Quebec. She was the daughter of a music teacher and began playing the piano at a young age. Her talent was evident from the start, and she quickly became known for her exceptional musical abilities. Perrin studied at the Conservatoire de musique du Québec in Montreal, where she was a student of Yvonne Hubert. She later continued her studies in Paris with Yvonne Lefébure and Nadia Boulanger. During her time in Paris, Perrin also studied composition with Olivier Messiaen. Perrin's career as a performer began in the 1960s, and she quickly gained a reputation as one of Canada's most talented classical pianists. She performed extensively throughout Canada and Europe, and her performances were always highly acclaimed. One of Perrin's most notable performances was her 1965 debut with the Montreal Symphony Orchestra. She performed Beethoven's Piano Concerto No. 4, and her performance was widely praised for its technical brilliance and emotional depth. This performance helped to establish Perrin as one of Canada's leading classical musicians. Over the course of her career, Perrin performed with many of the world's leading orchestras, including the London Symphony Orchestra, the New York Philharmonic, and the Berlin Philharmonic. She also performed at many of the world's most prestigious music festivals, including the Salzburg Festival and the Edinburgh Festival. In addition to her career as a performer, Perrin was also a highly respected composer. She wrote music for a variety of instruments, including the piano, violin, and cello. Her compositions were often inspired by nature, and she was known for her use of unconventional harmonies and rhythms. Perrin's talent as a composer was recognized with numerous awards and honors. In 1979, she was awarded the Prix Denise-Pelletier, which is one of the highest honors for artists in Quebec. She was also awarded the Order of Canada in 1985, which is one of Canada's highest civilian honors. Throughout her career, Perrin was known for her dedication to promoting classical music and supporting young musicians. She was a frequent guest lecturer and teacher, and she served as the artistic director of the Orford Arts Centre in Quebec from 1985 to 1992. Perrin's career was tragically cut short when she was diagnosed with cancer in the early 1990s. She continued to perform and compose despite her illness, and she remained an inspiration to many in the classical music world. Catherine Perrin passed away on June 13, 1998, at the age of 60. Her legacy as a performer, composer, and advocate for classical music lives on, and she is remembered as one of Canada's greatest classical musicians.

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