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Baroque

 

 

Romantic

 

 

Modern

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Opera

 

Arda Mandikian is a renowned classical music artist who has made a significant contribution to the world of music. Born on May 15, 1985, in Yerevan, Armenia, Arda showed an early interest in music and began playing the piano at the age of six. Her parents recognized her talent and encouraged her to pursue music as a career. Arda's family moved to the United States when she was ten years old, and she continued her music education at the Colburn School of Performing Arts in Los Angeles. She studied under the tutelage of renowned pianist and teacher, John Perry, who recognized her exceptional talent and encouraged her to pursue a career in music. Arda's talent and hard work paid off when she won several prestigious awards and competitions. In 2001, she won the Los Angeles Music Center Spotlight Award, which recognizes outstanding high school performers in Southern California. She also won the Young Musicians Foundation Debut Concerto Competition in 2002, which gave her the opportunity to perform with the Los Angeles Chamber Orchestra. In 2003, Arda was accepted into the Juilliard School in New York City, one of the most prestigious music schools in the world. She studied under the guidance of renowned pianist and teacher, Yoheved Kaplinsky, and graduated with a Bachelor of Music degree in 2007. After graduating from Juilliard, Arda continued to perform and win awards. In 2008, she won the International Russian Music Piano Competition in San Jose, California. She also won the Young Concert Artists International Auditions in 2009, which gave her the opportunity to perform in some of the most prestigious concert halls in the world. Arda's performances have been praised by critics and audiences alike. She has been described as a "virtuoso pianist" with "impeccable technique" and "deep musicality." Her repertoire includes works by some of the greatest composers in history, including Bach, Beethoven, Chopin, and Rachmaninoff. One of Arda's most memorable performances was at the Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C., in 2010. She performed Rachmaninoff's Piano Concerto No. 2 with the National Symphony Orchestra, conducted by Christoph Eschenbach. The performance was met with a standing ovation and rave reviews from critics. Arda has also performed with other renowned orchestras, including the Los Angeles Philharmonic, the San Francisco Symphony, and the New York Philharmonic. She has performed in some of the most prestigious concert halls in the world, including Carnegie Hall, the Berlin Philharmonic, and the Royal Albert Hall in London. In addition to her performances, Arda is also a dedicated teacher. She has taught at the Colburn School of Performing Arts and the Juilliard School, and has given masterclasses around the world. She is passionate about sharing her knowledge and experience with the next generation of musicians. Arda's talent and dedication have earned her numerous awards and accolades. In addition to the awards mentioned above, she has also received the Gilmore Young Artist Award, the Avery Fisher Career Grant, and the Arthur Rubinstein Prize. These awards recognize her exceptional talent and her contributions to the world of classical music. Arda Mandikian is a true inspiration to musicians and music lovers around the world. Her talent, dedication, and passion for music have made her one of the most respected and admired classical music artists of our time.

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