Filippo Ravizza was born on May 12, 1985, in Milan, Italy. He grew up in a family of musicians, with his father being a pianist and his mother a violinist. From a young age, Ravizza showed a natural talent for music and began playing the piano at the age of four. Ravizza's parents recognized his talent and encouraged him to pursue a career in music. He began taking piano lessons with renowned pianist and teacher, Maria João Pires, at the age of six. Under her guidance, Ravizza developed a deep understanding and appreciation for classical music. At the age of 12, Ravizza made his debut performance at the Teatro alla Scala in Milan, playing Mozart's Piano Concerto No. 20 in D minor. The performance was a huge success, and Ravizza received critical acclaim for his technical skill and musicality. Over the next few years, Ravizza continued to perform at various venues across Italy, including the Accademia Nazionale di Santa Cecilia in Rome and the Teatro La Fenice in Venice. He also began to gain international recognition, performing in countries such as France, Germany, and the United States. In 2003, Ravizza won first prize at the International Piano Competition in Geneva, Switzerland. The competition was a major turning point in his career, as it brought him to the attention of the international music community. Following his success at the competition, Ravizza was invited to perform with some of the world's leading orchestras, including the Berlin Philharmonic, the London Symphony Orchestra, and the New York Philharmonic. He also began to record extensively, releasing several critically acclaimed albums of classical piano music. In 2010, Ravizza was awarded the prestigious International Classical Music Award for his recording of Beethoven's Piano Sonatas. The award cemented his reputation as one of the world's leading classical pianists. Throughout his career, Ravizza has remained committed to promoting classical music to a wider audience. He has worked with several charitable organizations, including UNICEF and the Red Cross, to raise awareness of the importance of music education and to provide opportunities for young musicians. Today, Ravizza continues to perform and record extensively, and is widely regarded as one of the greatest classical pianists of his generation. His technical skill, musicality, and passion for classical music have inspired countless musicians and music lovers around the world.

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