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August 17, 1983 in Hong Kong

 

David Fung is a renowned classical pianist who has captivated audiences around the world with his virtuosic performances and musical sensitivity. Born in Sydney, Australia in 1983, Fung began playing the piano at the age of four and quickly showed a natural talent for the instrument. He went on to study at the Sydney Conservatorium of Music and later at the Juilliard School in New York City. Fung's early career was marked by a series of impressive accomplishments. In 2004, he won the Australian National Piano Award, which is considered one of the most prestigious piano competitions in the country. He also won the Juilliard School's Gina Bachauer Piano Competition in 2005, which helped to launch his international career. Since then, Fung has performed with some of the world's leading orchestras, including the Cleveland Orchestra, the Israel Philharmonic Orchestra, and the Hong Kong Philharmonic Orchestra. He has also given recitals at major venues such as Carnegie Hall, the Kennedy Center, and the Sydney Opera House. One of Fung's most notable performances was his debut with the New York Philharmonic in 2011, where he played Mozart's Piano Concerto No. 21. The New York Times praised his "crisp, elegant playing" and noted that he "brought a sense of freshness and spontaneity to the music." Fung has also been recognized for his recordings, which showcase his versatility and musicality. His album "Fantasy" features works by Schumann, Liszt, and Chopin, and was praised by Gramophone magazine for its "impressive technical command and musical insight." He has also recorded the complete piano sonatas of Beethoven, which received critical acclaim for its "clarity, precision, and emotional depth." In addition to his performing career, Fung is also a dedicated educator. He has taught at the Yale School of Music and the University of Georgia, and has given masterclasses around the world. He is passionate about sharing his love of music with the next generation of musicians and helping them to develop their own artistic voices. Fung's achievements have been recognized with numerous awards and honors. In 2013, he was named a Steinway Artist, joining a select group of pianists who are endorsed by the prestigious piano manufacturer. He has also been awarded the Arthur Rubinstein Prize by the Juilliard School and the Andrew Wolf Chamber Music Award by the Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center. Despite his many accomplishments, Fung remains humble and focused on his art. He sees music as a way to connect with people and to express the deepest emotions and experiences of the human spirit. As he once said in an interview, "Music is a language that transcends borders and cultures.

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