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György Behár was a Hungarian classical music artist who was born on December 22, 1929, in Budapest, Hungary. He was a renowned pianist, composer, and conductor who made significant contributions to the world of classical music. Behár began his musical journey at a young age, showing a natural talent for the piano. He received his first piano lessons from his mother, who was also a pianist. At the age of six, he began studying at the Franz Liszt Academy of Music in Budapest, where he was trained by some of the most prominent musicians of the time. Behár's talent was quickly recognized, and he began performing in public at the age of eight. He made his debut as a soloist with the Budapest Philharmonic Orchestra at the age of 12, playing Mozart's Piano Concerto No. 23 in A major. This performance was a huge success, and it marked the beginning of Behár's career as a concert pianist. Throughout his career, Behár performed in some of the most prestigious concert halls in the world, including Carnegie Hall in New York, the Royal Albert Hall in London, and the Concertgebouw in Amsterdam. He was known for his virtuosic playing style and his ability to bring out the emotional depth of the music he played. Behár's repertoire was vast, and he was particularly known for his interpretations of the works of Beethoven, Chopin, and Liszt. He was also a prolific composer, and his works were performed by some of the most prominent orchestras in the world. In addition to his career as a pianist and composer, Behár was also a respected conductor. He conducted many of the world's leading orchestras, including the London Symphony Orchestra, the Berlin Philharmonic, and the Vienna Philharmonic. Behár's contributions to the world of classical music were recognized with numerous awards and honors. He was awarded the Kossuth Prize, Hungary's highest cultural award, in 1963. He was also awarded the Order of Merit of the Republic of Hungary in 1991. Behár continued to perform and compose until his death on December 28, 2014, at the age of 85. He left behind a legacy of exceptional music and a lasting impact on the world of classical music.

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