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Catherine Cournot is a renowned classical pianist who has made a name for herself in the world of music. Born in Paris, France, in 1963, Cournot showed an early interest in music and began playing the piano at the age of six. Her parents, both of whom were musicians, recognized her talent and encouraged her to pursue a career in music. Cournot studied at the Conservatoire National Supérieur de Musique et de Danse de Paris, where she received a degree in piano performance. She also studied with renowned pianists such as György Sebők and Maria João Pires, who helped shape her musical style and technique. Cournot's career took off in the 1980s, when she won several prestigious awards, including the Grand Prix du Disque and the Prix de la Fondation de la Vocation. She also performed at major venues around the world, including the Théâtre des Champs-Élysées in Paris, the Royal Festival Hall in London, and Carnegie Hall in New York. One of Cournot's most notable performances was her interpretation of the complete piano works of Maurice Ravel, which she performed in a series of concerts in Paris in 1995. The performances were highly acclaimed and cemented Cournot's reputation as a leading interpreter of Ravel's music. Cournot has also recorded several albums, including a critically acclaimed recording of Ravel's piano works for the Naxos label. Her recordings have received numerous awards and accolades, including a Diapason d'Or and a Choc du Monde de la Musique. In addition to her performing and recording career, Cournot is also a respected teacher and has taught at several prestigious institutions, including the Conservatoire National Supérieur de Musique et de Danse de Paris and the École Normale de Musique de Paris. She is known for her passionate and insightful approach to teaching, and many of her students have gone on to successful careers in music. Cournot continues to perform and record, and her passion for music remains as strong as ever. She is widely regarded as one of the most talented and influential classical pianists of her generation, and her contributions to the world of music will continue to be felt for many years to come.

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