Birth

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1960 in Moscow, Russia

Period

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Classical

Genre

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Chamber

 

Viviana Sofronitsky is a renowned classical music artist who has made a name for herself as a pianist and harpsichordist. Born in Moscow, Russia, in 1961, Sofronitsky was born into a family of musicians. Her father, Vladimir Sofronitsky, was a famous pianist, and her mother, Elena Sorokina, was a harpsichordist. Growing up, Sofronitsky was exposed to classical music from an early age and began playing the piano at the age of four. Sofronitsky's talent was evident from a young age, and she began performing in public at the age of six. She went on to study at the Moscow Conservatory, where she received her degree in piano performance. During her time at the conservatory, Sofronitsky studied under some of the most renowned pianists of the time, including Lev Naumov and Yakov Flier. After completing her studies, Sofronitsky began performing professionally, both as a soloist and as a member of various ensembles. She quickly gained a reputation as a talented and versatile musician, and her performances were praised for their technical skill and emotional depth. One of Sofronitsky's most notable performances was her debut at the Wigmore Hall in London in 1991. The concert was a critical success, and Sofronitsky was praised for her "dazzling technique" and "sensitive interpretation." She went on to perform at some of the world's most prestigious concert halls, including Carnegie Hall in New York and the Concertgebouw in Amsterdam. In addition to her work as a pianist, Sofronitsky is also an accomplished harpsichordist. She began studying the instrument in the 1980s and quickly became one of the leading harpsichordists of her generation. Her performances on the harpsichord have been praised for their clarity and precision, and she has been credited with helping to revive interest in the instrument. Sofronitsky has also been recognized for her contributions to the world of classical music. In 2003, she was awarded the Order of Friendship by the Russian government for her "outstanding achievements in the field of culture and art." She has also been a recipient of the prestigious Diapason d'Or award, which is given to the best classical recordings of the year. Despite her many accomplishments, Sofronitsky remains humble and dedicated to her craft. She continues to perform regularly and is known for her passionate and expressive performances. Her love of music is evident in everything she does, and she is widely regarded as one of the most talented and respected classical musicians of her generation.

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