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Harald Stamm was a renowned classical music artist who was born on May 12, 1950, in Vienna, Austria. He was the youngest of three children born to a family of musicians. His father was a violinist, and his mother was a pianist. From a young age, Harald showed a keen interest in music and began playing the piano at the age of four. Harald's parents recognized his talent and encouraged him to pursue a career in music. He began taking piano lessons with his mother and later studied under several renowned pianists, including Friedrich Gulda and Martha Argerich. Harald's exceptional talent and dedication to his craft soon became evident, and he began to gain recognition as a rising star in the classical music world. In 1970, Harald made his debut performance at the Vienna Musikverein, one of the most prestigious concert halls in the world. His performance was met with critical acclaim, and he was soon invited to perform at other major concert halls across Europe and the United States. Over the course of his career, Harald performed with some of the world's most renowned orchestras, including the Vienna Philharmonic, the Berlin Philharmonic, and the New York Philharmonic. He also collaborated with many of the world's leading conductors, including Herbert von Karajan, Leonard Bernstein, and Claudio Abbado. One of Harald's most notable performances was his rendition of Beethoven's Piano Concerto No. 5, also known as the "Emperor" concerto. His performance of this piece was widely regarded as one of the greatest interpretations of the work, and it earned him critical acclaim and numerous awards. In addition to his performances as a soloist, Harald was also a dedicated chamber musician. He frequently performed with other renowned musicians, including violinist Anne-Sophie Mutter and cellist Yo-Yo Ma. Together, they formed a trio that was widely regarded as one of the greatest chamber ensembles of all time. Throughout his career, Harald received numerous awards and accolades for his contributions to the classical music world. In 1987, he was awarded the Austrian Cross of Honour for Science and Art, and in 1991, he was awarded the Grand Decoration of Honour in Gold for Services to the Republic of Austria. He was also a recipient of the prestigious Grammy Award for Best Chamber Music Performance. Despite his many achievements, Harald remained humble and dedicated to his craft throughout his life. He continued to perform and teach until his death on June 15, 2015, at the age of 65. His legacy as one of the greatest classical music artists of all time lives on through his recordings and the countless musicians he inspired throughout his career.

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