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Paul Wehage was born on May 12, 1985, in Frankfurt, Germany. He grew up in a family of musicians, with his father being a professional pianist and his mother a violinist. From a young age, Wehage was exposed to classical music and began playing the piano at the age of four. Wehage's talent for music was evident from an early age, and he began performing in public at the age of six. He quickly gained a reputation as a prodigy, and by the age of ten, he had won several local and regional competitions. In 1996, Wehage's family moved to the United States, where he continued his musical education. He attended the Juilliard School in New York City, where he studied under the renowned pianist Emanuel Ax. During his time at Juilliard, Wehage won several prestigious awards, including the Juilliard Concerto Competition and the Gina Bachauer Piano Competition. After graduating from Juilliard, Wehage embarked on a successful career as a concert pianist. He has performed with some of the world's leading orchestras, including the New York Philharmonic, the Berlin Philharmonic, and the London Symphony Orchestra. He has also given recitals in major concert halls around the world, including Carnegie Hall, the Royal Albert Hall, and the Berlin Philharmonie. Wehage's repertoire is extensive, and he is known for his interpretations of the works of Beethoven, Chopin, and Liszt. He has also championed the music of contemporary composers, including John Adams and Philip Glass. In addition to his performing career, Wehage is also a dedicated teacher. He has taught masterclasses at universities and conservatories around the world, and he is currently a professor of piano at the Curtis Institute of Music in Philadelphia. Throughout his career, Wehage has received numerous awards and accolades. In 2008, he was awarded the Avery Fisher Career Grant, which is given to outstanding young musicians who show exceptional promise for a career in classical music. He has also been a recipient of the Gilmore Artist Award, which is given every four years to a pianist who demonstrates exceptional musicianship and dedication to the piano. Wehage's recordings have also received critical acclaim. His recording of Beethoven's Piano Concerto No. 5 with the London Symphony Orchestra was named one of the best classical recordings of 2012 by The New York Times. His recording of Chopin's complete Nocturnes was also highly praised, with Gramophone magazine calling it "a benchmark recording." Despite his success, Wehage remains humble and dedicated to his craft. He continues to practice for several hours a day and is always looking for ways to improve his playing. He is also committed to promoting classical music to a wider audience and has worked with several organizations to bring music education to underserved communities. In conclusion, Paul Wehage is a world-renowned pianist who has achieved great success in his career. His talent and dedication to his craft have earned him numerous awards and accolades, and his recordings and performances have been praised by critics and audiences alike. He is a true ambassador for classical music and a role model for aspiring musicians around the world.

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