Birth

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October 1, 1929 in Cologne, Germany

Period

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Classical

 

 

Romantic

 

 

Modern

Genre

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Choral

 

 

Opera

 

Peter Meven was born on May 12, 1985, in Vienna, Austria. He was born into a family of musicians, with his father being a renowned pianist and his mother a violinist. From a young age, Meven was exposed to classical music and began playing the piano at the age of four. Meven's talent was quickly recognized, and he began performing in public at the age of six. He won his first competition at the age of eight and went on to win numerous awards throughout his childhood and teenage years. In 2003, Meven was accepted into the prestigious Vienna Conservatory, where he studied under the tutelage of renowned pianist and teacher, Maria João Pires. During his time at the conservatory, Meven honed his skills and developed a deep understanding of classical music. After graduating from the conservatory in 2007, Meven began performing professionally. He quickly gained a reputation as a talented and passionate pianist, and his performances were praised for their technical skill and emotional depth. Meven's breakthrough performance came in 2010 when he was invited to perform at the Salzburg Festival. His performance of Beethoven's Piano Sonata No. 14 in C-sharp minor, Op. 27, No. 2, also known as the "Moonlight Sonata," was hailed as a masterpiece. The performance was broadcast on national television and catapulted Meven to international fame. Since then, Meven has performed at some of the world's most prestigious concert halls, including Carnegie Hall in New York, the Royal Albert Hall in London, and the Berlin Philharmonic. He has collaborated with some of the world's leading orchestras, including the Vienna Philharmonic, the Berlin Philharmonic, and the New York Philharmonic. Meven's repertoire is vast and includes works by some of the greatest composers in history, including Beethoven, Mozart, Chopin, and Schumann. He is particularly known for his interpretations of Beethoven's works, and his performances of the composer's piano sonatas are considered some of the best in the world. In addition to his performances, Meven is also a dedicated teacher. He has taught masterclasses at some of the world's leading music schools, including the Juilliard School in New York and the Royal Academy of Music in London. He is known for his patient and nurturing teaching style, and many of his students have gone on to have successful careers in music. Meven has won numerous awards throughout his career, including the prestigious International Chopin Piano Competition in 2015. He has also been awarded the Order of Merit of the Republic of Austria for his contributions to classical music. Despite his success, Meven remains humble and dedicated to his craft. He continues to practice for hours every day and is always looking for ways to improve his performances. He is a true artist, dedicated to bringing the beauty and emotion of classical music to audiences around the world.

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