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Liana Isakadze is a renowned classical music artist who has made a significant contribution to the world of music. She was born on August 20, 1942, in Tbilisi, Georgia. Her parents were both musicians, and they recognized her talent for music at a young age. She began playing the violin when she was only five years old, and by the time she was eight, she had already given her first public performance. Isakadze's talent was evident from an early age, and she quickly gained recognition as a prodigy. She studied at the Tbilisi State Conservatory, where she was taught by some of the most prominent violinists of the time. She graduated with honors in 1964 and went on to pursue a career as a soloist. Isakadze's career took off in the 1970s when she won several international competitions, including the Tchaikovsky Competition in Moscow and the Sibelius Competition in Helsinki. These victories brought her international recognition and established her as one of the leading violinists of her generation. Throughout her career, Isakadze has performed with some of the world's most prestigious orchestras, including the London Symphony Orchestra, the Berlin Philharmonic, and the New York Philharmonic. She has also collaborated with many renowned conductors, such as Herbert von Karajan, Leonard Bernstein, and Claudio Abbado. One of the highlights of Isakadze's career was her performance of Tchaikovsky's Violin Concerto with the Moscow Philharmonic Orchestra in 1978. The performance was recorded and released on LP, and it quickly became a bestseller. Isakadze's interpretation of the concerto was praised for its technical brilliance and emotional depth. Isakadze has also been recognized for her contributions to the world of music. In 1995, she was awarded the title of People's Artist of Georgia, and in 2000, she was awarded the Order of Honor by the President of Georgia. She has also been awarded the Order of Friendship by the President of Russia and the Order of Merit by the President of Azerbaijan. In addition to her career as a soloist, Isakadze has also been active as a chamber musician. She has performed with many renowned ensembles, including the Borodin Quartet and the Beethoven Quartet. She has also been a member of the Georgian Chamber Orchestra since 1964, and she has served as its artistic director since 1991. Isakadze has also been active as a teacher. She has taught at the Tbilisi State Conservatory since 1970, and many of her students have gone on to successful careers as musicians. She has also been a guest professor at many universities and conservatories around the world. Isakadze's repertoire is extensive and includes works by many of the great composers, such as Bach, Mozart, Beethoven, Brahms, Tchaikovsky, and Shostakovich. She is particularly known for her interpretations of the works of Georgian composers, such as Sulkhan Tsintsadze and Giya Kancheli. Isakadze continues to perform and record, and she remains an important figure in the world of classical music. Her contributions to the art form have been significant, and she has inspired generations of musicians with her talent and dedication.

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