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Gulsin Onay is a renowned classical pianist from Turkey, known for her virtuosic performances and interpretations of the works of great composers such as Beethoven, Chopin, and Rachmaninoff. Born on September 12, 1954, in Istanbul, Turkey, Onay began playing the piano at the age of three and gave her first public performance at the age of six. Onay's musical talent was recognized early on, and she was accepted into the Istanbul State Conservatory at the age of seven. She studied under the tutelage of Mithat Fenmen, a prominent Turkish pianist and composer, and later went on to study with other renowned pianists such as Wilhelm Kempff and Carl Seemann. Onay's talent and dedication to her craft led to numerous awards and accolades throughout her career. In 1970, she won first prize at the Young Concert Artists International Auditions in New York, which launched her international career. She went on to win numerous other awards, including the prestigious Clara Haskil International Piano Competition in Switzerland in 1974. Onay has performed with some of the world's leading orchestras, including the Berlin Symphony Orchestra, the London Symphony Orchestra, and the Tokyo Philharmonic Orchestra. She has also performed at major music festivals around the world, including the Salzburg Festival, the Edinburgh Festival, and the Istanbul International Music Festival. One of Onay's most notable performances was her interpretation of Beethoven's Piano Concerto No. 5, also known as the "Emperor" concerto, with the Berlin Symphony Orchestra in 1987. Her performance was widely praised for its technical brilliance and emotional depth, and it cemented her reputation as one of the world's leading pianists. Onay has also been recognized for her contributions to the world of classical music. In 2007, she was awarded the Medal of Honor by the Turkish Ministry of Culture and Tourism for her outstanding contributions to Turkish culture. She has also been awarded the title of State Artist by the Turkish government, and in 2018, she was awarded the Lifetime Achievement Award by the Istanbul Foundation for Culture and Arts. In addition to her performances and awards, Onay is also a dedicated teacher and mentor to young musicians. She has taught at the Istanbul State Conservatory and the Bilkent University Faculty of Music and Performing Arts, and she has also given masterclasses around the world. Onay's recordings have also received critical acclaim, with her recordings of the works of Chopin and Rachmaninoff being particularly well-regarded. Her recording of Chopin's complete works for piano was released in 1999 and was praised for its technical precision and emotional depth. Throughout her career, Onay has remained dedicated to her craft and to the promotion of classical music. She has been a tireless advocate for the importance of music education and has worked to inspire a new generation of musicians. Her contributions to the world of classical music have been significant, and she continues to be a beloved and respected figure in the international music community.

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