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Dimitri Petkov was born on May 15, 1985, in Sofia, Bulgaria. He was born into a family of musicians, with his father being a renowned pianist and his mother a violinist. From a young age, Dimitri showed a keen interest in music and began playing the piano at the age of four. Dimitri's parents recognized his talent and encouraged him to pursue a career in music. He began taking piano lessons with his father and quickly developed his skills. By the age of ten, Dimitri had already won several local piano competitions and was gaining recognition as a prodigy. In 1996, Dimitri's family moved to Vienna, Austria, where he continued his musical education. He enrolled in the Vienna Conservatory and studied under the tutelage of renowned pianist and teacher, Paul Badura-Skoda. Dimitri's talent continued to flourish under Badura-Skoda's guidance, and he quickly gained a reputation as one of the most promising young pianists in Europe. In 2003, Dimitri won first prize at the International Beethoven Piano Competition in Vienna, which marked a turning point in his career. The competition was highly prestigious, and winning it brought Dimitri international recognition. He was invited to perform at several major concert halls across Europe, including the Musikverein in Vienna and the Royal Albert Hall in London. Over the next few years, Dimitri continued to build his reputation as a world-class pianist. He performed with several major orchestras, including the Vienna Philharmonic and the Berlin Philharmonic, and collaborated with some of the most renowned conductors of the time, such as Daniel Barenboim and Sir Simon Rattle. In 2008, Dimitri released his debut album, which featured works by Beethoven, Chopin, and Liszt. The album was well-received by critics and helped to establish Dimitri as a leading figure in the classical music world. In 2010, Dimitri was awarded the prestigious International Classical Music Award for Best Young Artist. The award recognized his outstanding talent and contributions to the classical music world. Dimitri continued to receive critical acclaim for his performances and recordings, and he became a regular fixture at major music festivals around the world. In 2015, Dimitri was appointed as a professor of piano at the Vienna Conservatory, where he had studied as a young man. He was thrilled to be able to give back to the institution that had played such a significant role in his musical education. Throughout his career, Dimitri has remained committed to promoting classical music to a wider audience. He has given numerous masterclasses and workshops, and he has worked with several organizations to bring classical music to underprivileged communities. Dimitri Petkov is widely regarded as one of the most talented and accomplished pianists of his generation. His passion for music and dedication to his craft have earned him a place among the greats of classical music.

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