Esther Georgie was born on May 12, 1985, in Vienna, Austria. She was born into a family of musicians, with her father being a renowned pianist and her mother a violinist. From a young age, Esther showed a keen interest in music and began playing the piano at the age of four. Her parents recognized her talent and encouraged her to pursue a career in music. Esther's early years were spent studying music at the Vienna Conservatory, where she received rigorous training in piano performance, music theory, and composition. She quickly distinguished herself as a prodigious talent, winning numerous awards and competitions throughout her teenage years. In 2003, Esther was accepted into the prestigious Juilliard School in New York City, where she continued her studies under the tutelage of some of the world's most renowned pianists. During her time at Juilliard, Esther honed her skills as a performer and composer, and began to develop her own unique style and voice. Esther's breakthrough performance came in 2007, when she was invited to perform at the Lincoln Center in New York City. Her performance was met with critical acclaim, and she was hailed as one of the most promising young pianists of her generation. This performance opened the doors to many other major performances, including appearances at Carnegie Hall, the Kennedy Center, and the Royal Albert Hall in London. Over the years, Esther has become known for her virtuosic performances and her ability to bring out the emotional depth and complexity of the music she plays. She has performed a wide range of repertoire, from classical works by Bach and Beethoven to contemporary pieces by living composers. In addition to her work as a performer, Esther is also an accomplished composer. She has written numerous pieces for piano, as well as chamber music and orchestral works. Her compositions have been performed by some of the world's leading musicians and ensembles, and have been featured in major festivals and concerts around the world. Esther's talent and hard work have been recognized with numerous awards and honors throughout her career. She has won the prestigious Van Cliburn International Piano Competition, the Chopin International Piano Competition, and the Tchaikovsky International Piano Competition, among others. She has also been awarded the Avery Fisher Career Grant, the Gilmore Artist Award, and the MacArthur Fellowship, which is often referred to as the "genius grant." Despite her many accomplishments, Esther remains humble and dedicated to her craft. She continues to practice and perform regularly, always striving to improve and push the boundaries of what is possible in music. Her passion and dedication to music have inspired countless young musicians around the world, and she is widely regarded as one of the greatest pianists of her generation.

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