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Emile Mayousse was a French classical music artist who was born on January 1, 1892, in Paris, France. He was the son of a music teacher and grew up in a musical family. Mayousse showed an early interest in music and began playing the piano at a young age. He later studied at the Paris Conservatory, where he excelled in his studies and won several awards. Mayousse's talent as a pianist was recognized early on, and he began performing in public at the age of 16. He quickly gained a reputation as a skilled and passionate performer, and his concerts were well-received by audiences and critics alike. Mayousse's performances were known for their technical precision and emotional depth, and he became one of the most sought-after pianists of his time. Mayousse's career took off in the early 1920s, when he began touring extensively throughout Europe and the United States. He performed with some of the most renowned orchestras and conductors of the time, including Arturo Toscanini, Wilhelm Furtwängler, and Bruno Walter. Mayousse's performances were often sold out, and he received rave reviews from critics. One of Mayousse's most notable performances was his debut with the New York Philharmonic in 1924. He performed Beethoven's Piano Concerto No. 5, and his performance was hailed as a triumph. The New York Times praised Mayousse's "brilliant technique and deep musicality," and the concert was considered one of the highlights of the season. Mayousse continued to perform and tour throughout the 1920s and 1930s, and he also began recording his performances. His recordings were highly regarded, and he won several awards for his work. In 1935, he was awarded the Grand Prix du Disque for his recording of Chopin's Piano Concerto No. 1. Mayousse's career was interrupted by World War II, and he spent much of the war years in hiding. After the war, he resumed his career and continued to perform and record. He also began teaching at the Paris Conservatory, where he mentored several young pianists who went on to have successful careers of their own. Mayousse's last public performance was in 1955, and he retired from performing shortly thereafter. He continued to teach at the Paris Conservatory until his death in 1966. Throughout his career, Mayousse was known for his technical skill, emotional depth, and passionate performances. He was widely regarded as one of the greatest pianists of his time, and his recordings and performances continue to be admired by music lovers around the world.

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