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Per Oman was a renowned classical music artist who was born on May 5, 1947, in Stockholm, Sweden. He was the son of a music teacher and grew up in a family that was passionate about music. From a young age, Oman showed a keen interest in music and began playing the piano at the age of six. He was a prodigious talent and quickly developed a reputation as a gifted musician. Oman's early musical education was under the tutelage of his mother, who was a respected music teacher in Stockholm. He later went on to study at the Royal College of Music in Stockholm, where he honed his skills as a pianist. Oman's talent was recognized early on, and he was awarded several scholarships to study abroad. In 1968, Oman moved to the United States to study at the Juilliard School in New York City. He studied under the renowned pianist and teacher Rosina Lhevinne, who was instrumental in shaping his musical style. Oman's time at Juilliard was a turning point in his career, and he emerged as a mature and accomplished pianist. Oman's career as a concert pianist began in the early 1970s, and he quickly established himself as one of the leading pianists of his generation. He made his debut at Carnegie Hall in 1972, and his performance was met with critical acclaim. Oman's playing was characterized by its technical brilliance and emotional depth, and he quickly became known for his interpretations of the works of Beethoven, Chopin, and Liszt. Over the course of his career, Oman performed with many of the world's leading orchestras, including the New York Philharmonic, the London Symphony Orchestra, and the Berlin Philharmonic. He also collaborated with many of the world's leading conductors, including Leonard Bernstein, Herbert von Karajan, and Claudio Abbado. Oman's performances were marked by their intensity and passion, and he was known for his ability to connect with audiences on a deep emotional level. He was a consummate performer, and his concerts were always eagerly anticipated by music lovers around the world. In addition to his career as a concert pianist, Oman was also a respected teacher and mentor. He taught at the Juilliard School for many years, and his students included many of today's leading pianists. Oman was known for his generosity and kindness, and he was beloved by his students and colleagues alike. Throughout his career, Oman received many awards and honors for his contributions to classical music. He was awarded the Royal Order of the Polar Star by the King of Sweden in 1997, and he was also awarded the Avery Fisher Prize in 1998. Oman was also a member of the Royal Swedish Academy of Music, and he was awarded an honorary doctorate from the University of Gothenburg in 2005. Sadly, Oman passed away on December 22, 2010, at the age of 63. His death was a great loss to the world of classical music, and he was mourned by music lovers around the world. Oman's legacy lives on through his recordings and the many pianists he taught and inspired over the course of his career. He will always be remembered as one of the greatest pianists of his generation, and a true ambassador for the art of classical music.

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