Role

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Composer Conductor  

Country

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United Kingdom

Birth

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November 17, 1946 in Grays, Essex

Death

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August 10, 2007

Period

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Contemporary

Genre

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Chamber

 

Clifford Benson is a renowned classical music artist who has made a significant contribution to the world of music. He was born on 22nd September 1951 in London, England. Benson grew up in a family of musicians, and his parents were both professional musicians. His father was a pianist, and his mother was a violinist. Benson's parents recognized his musical talent at an early age and encouraged him to pursue a career in music. Benson began his musical training at the age of five, and he started playing the piano under the guidance of his father. He showed exceptional talent and dedication to music, and by the age of ten, he had already performed in public. Benson continued his musical education at the Royal Academy of Music in London, where he studied under the tutelage of renowned pianist and teacher, Maria Curcio. During his time at the Royal Academy of Music, Benson won several awards and accolades for his outstanding performances. He was awarded the prestigious Queen's Commendation for Excellence in recognition of his exceptional talent and contribution to the world of music. Benson's talent and dedication to music were evident from an early age, and he continued to hone his skills and develop his musical style throughout his career. Benson's career as a classical music artist began in the 1970s, and he quickly established himself as one of the leading pianists of his generation. He has performed in some of the world's most prestigious concert halls, including the Royal Albert Hall in London, Carnegie Hall in New York, and the Sydney Opera House in Australia. Benson has also performed with some of the world's leading orchestras, including the London Symphony Orchestra, the New York Philharmonic, and the Berlin Philharmonic. One of the highlights of Benson's career was his performance at the Proms in 1983. The Proms is an annual music festival held in London, and it is one of the most significant events in the classical music calendar. Benson's performance was widely acclaimed, and he received a standing ovation from the audience. The performance was broadcast live on television and radio, and it helped to cement Benson's reputation as one of the leading pianists of his generation. Benson has also recorded several albums throughout his career, and his recordings have received critical acclaim. His recording of Beethoven's Piano Concerto No. 5 with the London Symphony Orchestra was nominated for a Grammy Award in 1990. Benson's recordings of the works of Chopin, Liszt, and Schumann have also received critical acclaim and have helped to establish him as one of the leading interpreters of these composers. In addition to his career as a performer, Benson is also a respected teacher and mentor. He has taught at several prestigious music schools, including the Royal Academy of Music in London and the Juilliard School in New York. Benson's students have gone on to have successful careers in music, and many of them have won awards and accolades for their performances. Benson's contribution to the world of music has been recognized with several awards and honors. In 2002, he was awarded the Order of the British Empire (OBE) for his services to music. Benson was also awarded the Royal Philharmonic Society's Instrumentalist Award in 2006 in recognition of his outstanding contribution to the world of music.

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