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Valery Sobanov was a renowned classical music artist who was born on August 15, 1947, in Moscow, Russia. He was the son of a famous Russian composer, Nikolai Sobanov, who was a professor at the Moscow Conservatory. Valery grew up in a musical family and was exposed to classical music from a very young age. He showed a keen interest in music and started playing the piano at the age of five. Valery's talent was recognized early on, and he was admitted to the Moscow Conservatory at the age of 10. He studied under the guidance of some of the most prominent music teachers in Russia, including Lev Naumov and Yakov Flier. Valery's exceptional talent and hard work paid off, and he graduated from the conservatory with honors in 1969. After completing his studies, Valery started his career as a concert pianist. He quickly gained recognition for his exceptional talent and was invited to perform at some of the most prestigious concert halls in Russia and Europe. In 1971, he won the International Tchaikovsky Competition, which was a major milestone in his career. The competition was held in Moscow, and Valery's performance of Tchaikovsky's Piano Concerto No. 1 was widely acclaimed by the judges and the audience. Valery's success at the Tchaikovsky Competition opened up new opportunities for him, and he was invited to perform at some of the most prestigious concert halls in the world. He made his debut at the Carnegie Hall in New York in 1972, where he performed Rachmaninoff's Piano Concerto No. 3. The performance was a huge success, and Valery received a standing ovation from the audience. Over the years, Valery continued to perform at some of the most prestigious concert halls in the world, including the Royal Albert Hall in London, the Berlin Philharmonic, and the Vienna State Opera. He was known for his exceptional technique and his ability to bring out the emotional depth of the music he played. He was particularly renowned for his performances of the works of Rachmaninoff, Tchaikovsky, and Prokofiev. Valery's career was not without its challenges. In 1980, he suffered a serious injury to his right hand, which threatened to end his career. However, he refused to give up, and with the help of his doctors and physical therapists, he was able to make a full recovery. He returned to the stage with renewed vigor and continued to perform at the highest level. Valery's talent and hard work were recognized by the music community, and he received numerous awards and honors throughout his career. In 1982, he was awarded the title of People's Artist of the USSR, which was the highest honor that could be bestowed upon an artist in the Soviet Union. He was also awarded the Order of Lenin, which was the highest civilian honor in the Soviet Union. Valery's legacy as a musician continues to inspire generations of young musicians. He was known not only for his exceptional talent but also for his dedication to his craft and his commitment to excellence. He passed away on December 31, 2019, at the age of 72, but his music lives on, and his legacy continues to inspire musicians around the world.

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