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Alessandro Piqué was born on May 12, 1985, in Milan, Italy. He was born into a family of musicians, with his father being a renowned pianist and his mother a violinist. From a young age, Piqué was exposed to classical music and began playing the piano at the age of four. Piqué's talent was evident from a young age, and he began performing in public at the age of six. He quickly gained a reputation as a prodigy, and by the age of ten, he had already won several competitions and performed in major concert halls across Europe. In 1996, Piqué's family moved to the United States, where he continued his musical education. He attended the Juilliard School in New York City, where he studied under the renowned pianist and teacher, Yoheved Kaplinsky. During his time at Juilliard, Piqué continued to win competitions and perform in major concert halls, including Carnegie Hall and Lincoln Center. After graduating from Juilliard, Piqué embarked on a successful career as a concert pianist. He has performed with some of the world's leading orchestras, including the New York Philharmonic, the London Symphony Orchestra, and the Berlin Philharmonic. He has also performed in major concert halls around the world, including the Royal Albert Hall in London, the Musikverein in Vienna, and the Salle Pleyel in Paris. Piqué's repertoire is vast and includes works by some of the greatest composers in history, including Bach, Beethoven, Chopin, and Mozart. He is particularly known for his interpretations of the works of Franz Liszt, and has been praised for his virtuosity and technical skill. In addition to his performances as a soloist, Piqué is also an accomplished chamber musician. He has collaborated with some of the world's leading musicians, including violinist Joshua Bell and cellist Yo-Yo Ma. Throughout his career, Piqué has received numerous awards and accolades. In 2005, he was awarded the Avery Fisher Career Grant, which is given to outstanding young musicians who show great potential for a major career in music. He has also been awarded the Gilmore Young Artist Award and the Arthur Rubinstein Prize. Despite his success, Piqué remains humble and dedicated to his craft. He continues to practice for several hours a day and is constantly seeking to improve his technique and interpretation of the music he plays. In addition to his career as a performer, Piqué is also a dedicated teacher. He has taught masterclasses at some of the world's leading music schools, including the Juilliard School and the Royal Academy of Music in London. He is also a faculty member at the Curtis Institute of Music in Philadelphia. In conclusion, Alessandro Piqué is one of the most talented and accomplished classical pianists of his generation. His dedication to his craft and his virtuosity have earned him numerous awards and accolades, and he continues to inspire audiences around the world with his performances.

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