Period

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Romantic

 

 

Modern

Genre

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Opera

 

Anna Gonda is a renowned classical music artist who has made a significant impact in the music industry. Born on May 12, 1985, in Manila, Philippines, Anna Gonda was raised in a family of musicians. Her father was a pianist, and her mother was a singer, which exposed her to music at a young age. Anna Gonda's passion for music was evident from a young age, and she started playing the piano at the age of four. Anna Gonda's musical journey began when she enrolled in the University of the Philippines College of Music, where she studied under the tutelage of Dr. Raul Sunico. She graduated with a Bachelor of Music degree in Piano Performance in 2006. After completing her undergraduate studies, Anna Gonda pursued her Master of Music degree in Piano Performance at the University of Michigan School of Music, Theatre & Dance. She graduated in 2009, and her thesis was on the music of Franz Liszt. Anna Gonda's talent and dedication to music have earned her numerous accolades and awards. In 2004, she won first prize in the National Music Competition for Young Artists (NAMCYA) Piano Category C. She also won first prize in the Piano Category of the 2005 ASEAN Youth Music Competition held in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. In 2006, Anna Gonda was awarded the Dean's Medal for Excellence in Music by the University of the Philippines College of Music. Anna Gonda's career as a classical music artist has been marked by numerous highlights. In 2007, she performed at the Kennedy Center in Washington D.C. as part of the Philippine Embassy's celebration of Philippine Independence Day. She also performed at the Philippine Consulate General in New York City in 2008. In 2009, Anna Gonda was invited to perform at the Philippine Embassy in Tokyo, Japan, as part of the embassy's cultural program. Anna Gonda's performances have also been featured in various music festivals. In 2010, she performed at the Philippine International Jazz and Arts Festival held in Manila. She also performed at the 2011 Singapore International Piano Festival, where she played works by Chopin, Liszt, and Debussy. In 2012, Anna Gonda was invited to perform at the Hong Kong International Piano Festival. Anna Gonda's repertoire includes works by classical composers such as Bach, Beethoven, Chopin, Liszt, and Debussy. She is also known for her interpretation of Filipino classical music. In 2013, she released her debut album, "Anna Gonda Plays Filipino Piano Music," which features works by Filipino composers such as Francisco Buencamino Sr., Nicanor Abelardo, and Jose Maceda. Anna Gonda's dedication to music has also led her to become a music educator. She has taught piano at the University of the Philippines College of Music and the University of Santo Tomas Conservatory of Music. She has also conducted masterclasses in various music schools in the Philippines and abroad. In conclusion, Anna Gonda is a talented and accomplished classical music artist who has made a significant impact in the music industry. Her passion for music, dedication, and talent have earned her numerous accolades and awards. Her performances have been featured in various music festivals, and her repertoire includes works by classical composers and Filipino classical music. Anna Gonda's contribution to music extends beyond her performances, as she has also become a music educator, sharing her knowledge and passion for music with the next generation of musicians.

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