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Amaury Wallez is a French classical pianist who has gained international recognition for his virtuosic performances and musical interpretations. Born on May 12, 1985, in Paris, France, Wallez showed an early interest in music and began playing the piano at the age of five. He was raised in a family of musicians, with his mother being a pianist and his father a cellist, which greatly influenced his musical development. Wallez's talent was quickly recognized, and he began studying at the Conservatoire National Supérieur de Musique et de Danse de Paris at the age of 14. He studied under renowned pianists such as Jacques Rouvier and Jean-François Heisser, and graduated with top honors in 2006. During his time at the conservatory, Wallez won several awards, including the First Prize in Piano and the First Prize in Chamber Music. After completing his studies, Wallez began performing extensively throughout Europe and Asia, gaining a reputation for his technical prowess and musical sensitivity. He has performed in some of the world's most prestigious concert halls, including the Berlin Philharmonic, the Royal Albert Hall in London, and the Carnegie Hall in New York. One of Wallez's most notable performances was his debut with the Berlin Philharmonic in 2010, where he performed Beethoven's Piano Concerto No. 5. The performance was met with critical acclaim, with reviewers praising Wallez's "brilliant technique" and "deeply expressive playing." The following year, Wallez was invited to perform at the Royal Albert Hall in London as part of the BBC Proms, where he played Rachmaninoff's Piano Concerto No. 2 with the BBC Symphony Orchestra. Wallez has also been recognized for his recordings, which have received numerous awards and accolades. His recording of Chopin's complete Nocturnes was named "Editor's Choice" by Gramophone magazine, and his recording of Liszt's Transcendental Etudes was praised for its "dazzling virtuosity" and "poetic sensitivity." In addition to his performing and recording career, Wallez is also a dedicated teacher and has taught masterclasses at several universities and conservatories around the world. He is known for his passionate and insightful approach to teaching, and many of his students have gone on to successful careers in music. Throughout his career, Wallez has received numerous awards and honors, including the Grand Prix du Disque and the Diapason d'Or. He was also named a "Rising Star" by the European Concert Hall Organization in 2012, which led to a series of performances in some of Europe's most prestigious concert halls. Despite his success, Wallez remains humble and dedicated to his craft. He continues to push himself to new heights, constantly exploring new repertoire and striving to deepen his understanding of the music he plays. With his technical brilliance and musical sensitivity, Amaury Wallez is truly one of the most exciting and talented pianists of his generation.

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