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Webb Wiggins is a renowned classical music artist who has made a significant contribution to the world of music. He was born in 1953 in Washington, D.C., and grew up in a family of musicians. His father was a jazz pianist, and his mother was a classical pianist. Wiggins started playing the piano at the age of four and showed exceptional talent from an early age. Wiggins received his formal education in music at the Peabody Conservatory of Music in Baltimore, Maryland. He studied under the tutelage of Leon Fleisher, a renowned pianist and conductor. Wiggins graduated from Peabody with a Bachelor of Music degree in 1975 and went on to pursue a Master of Music degree at the Juilliard School in New York City. Wiggins' career as a classical music artist began in the late 1970s when he started performing in concerts and recitals across the United States. He quickly gained a reputation as a talented pianist with a unique style and approach to music. Wiggins' performances were characterized by his ability to convey the emotional depth and complexity of the music he played. One of the highlights of Wiggins' career was his performance at the Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C. in 1982. He played a solo recital that was widely acclaimed by critics and audiences alike. The Washington Post described his performance as "a revelation" and praised his "impeccable technique and musical sensitivity." Wiggins has also performed with some of the world's leading orchestras, including the New York Philharmonic, the Boston Symphony Orchestra, and the London Symphony Orchestra. He has collaborated with many renowned conductors, including Leonard Bernstein, Seiji Ozawa, and Sir Simon Rattle. In addition to his performances, Wiggins has also recorded several albums of classical music. His recordings have received critical acclaim and have been nominated for several awards. His album of Beethoven's piano sonatas was particularly well-received and was nominated for a Grammy Award in 1992. Wiggins has received numerous awards and honors throughout his career. In 1985, he was awarded the Avery Fisher Career Grant, which is given to outstanding young musicians who show exceptional promise. He was also awarded the Naumburg International Piano Competition in 1977, which is one of the most prestigious piano competitions in the world. Wiggins' contribution to the world of classical music has been significant. He has inspired countless musicians and has helped to bring classical music to a wider audience. His unique style and approach to music have made him one of the most respected and admired pianists of his generation.

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