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in Corfu, Greece

 

Vicky Yannoula is a renowned classical pianist and composer, known for her virtuosic performances and innovative compositions. Born in Athens, Greece, in 1983, Yannoula showed an early aptitude for music, beginning piano lessons at the age of five. She quickly demonstrated a natural talent for the instrument, and by the age of ten, she had won her first national piano competition. Yannoula continued to excel in her musical studies, earning a degree in piano performance from the Athens Conservatory at the age of eighteen. She then went on to pursue further studies in London, where she earned a Master of Music degree from the Royal Academy of Music. During her time in London, Yannoula also studied composition with renowned composer Simon Bainbridge, further developing her skills as a composer. Throughout her career, Yannoula has been recognized for her exceptional talent and artistry. She has won numerous awards and competitions, including the Yamaha Music Foundation of Europe Scholarship, the Royal Academy of Music Club Prize, and the prestigious Royal Philharmonic Society Composition Prize. In 2010, she was named a Fellow of the Royal Society of Arts in recognition of her contributions to the arts. Yannoula has performed extensively throughout Europe and the United States, appearing as a soloist with major orchestras and in recital at prestigious venues such as the Wigmore Hall, the Royal Festival Hall, and Carnegie Hall. She has also collaborated with a wide range of musicians and artists, including the London Symphony Orchestra, the BBC Symphony Orchestra, and the renowned choreographer Wayne McGregor. In addition to her work as a performer, Yannoula is also an accomplished composer, with a growing body of original works that have been performed and recorded by leading musicians and ensembles. Her compositions draw on a wide range of influences, from classical and contemporary music to jazz and world music, and are characterized by their intricate harmonies, rhythmic complexity, and emotional depth. Yannoula's most notable compositions include her Piano Concerto, which was premiered by the London Symphony Orchestra in 2012, and her String Quartet, which was commissioned by the Arditti Quartet and premiered at the Huddersfield Contemporary Music Festival in 2014. She has also written numerous solo piano works, chamber music pieces, and orchestral works, which have been performed by a variety of ensembles and orchestras. Throughout her career, Yannoula has been committed to promoting classical music and supporting emerging artists. She has served as a mentor and teacher to young musicians, and has been involved in a number of educational initiatives aimed at introducing classical music to new audiences. She has also been a strong advocate for the role of the arts in society, and has spoken out on issues such as arts funding and the importance of music education. In recognition of her contributions to the arts, Yannoula has been honored with a number of prestigious awards and accolades. In 2016, she was awarded the prestigious Ivor Novello Award for Classical Music, and in 2018, she was named a Fellow of the Royal Academy of Music. She continues to perform and compose, and is widely regarded as one of the most exciting and innovative classical musicians of her generation.

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