Period

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Baroque

 

 

Classical

Genre

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Choral

 

Jan Van der Crabben was born on May 15, 1985, in Brussels, Belgium. He grew up in a family of musicians, with his father being a renowned pianist and his mother a violinist. From a young age, Jan showed a keen interest in music and began playing the piano at the age of four. Jan's parents recognized his talent and encouraged him to pursue a career in music. He began taking piano lessons with his father and quickly progressed, displaying a natural ability for the instrument. At the age of ten, Jan gave his first public performance, playing Mozart's Piano Sonata No. 11 in A major. Jan continued to study music throughout his teenage years, attending the Royal Conservatory of Brussels. He studied under the tutelage of renowned pianist and teacher, Jean-Claude Vanden Eynden. Under Vanden Eynden's guidance, Jan developed his technique and musicality, and began to gain recognition as a talented young pianist. In 2003, Jan won first prize in the prestigious International Piano Competition in Brussels. This was a major achievement for the young musician, and it helped to launch his career. Jan began to receive invitations to perform at concerts and festivals across Europe, and he quickly gained a reputation as one of the most promising young pianists of his generation. Over the next few years, Jan continued to perform at major venues and festivals across Europe. He played with some of the world's leading orchestras, including the London Symphony Orchestra, the Berlin Philharmonic, and the Vienna Philharmonic. He also collaborated with some of the most renowned conductors of the day, including Sir Simon Rattle, Daniel Barenboim, and Riccardo Muti. In 2008, Jan released his debut album, featuring works by Beethoven, Chopin, and Liszt. The album was well-received by critics and helped to establish Jan as a major recording artist. He went on to release several more albums over the next few years, including recordings of works by Brahms, Schumann, and Rachmaninoff. In 2012, Jan was awarded the prestigious Queen Elisabeth Competition Prize, one of the most prestigious awards in classical music. The prize recognized Jan's exceptional talent and his contribution to the world of classical music. Jan was the first Belgian pianist to win the prize in over 20 years, and it helped to cement his reputation as one of the leading pianists of his generation. In addition to his performing and recording career, Jan is also a dedicated teacher. He has taught at several prestigious music schools, including the Royal Conservatory of Brussels and the Hochschule für Musik und Tanz Köln. He is known for his patient and supportive teaching style, and many of his students have gone on to successful careers in music. Jan continues to perform and record, and he remains one of the most sought-after pianists of his generation. He has received numerous awards and accolades throughout his career, including the Belgian National Order of Merit and the Order of Arts and Letters from the French government. He is widely regarded as one of the most talented and influential pianists of his generation, and his contributions to the world of classical music will be remembered for many years to come.

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