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December 29, 1986 in Paris, France

 

Jean-Frédéric Neuburger is a French classical pianist and composer who has gained international recognition for his virtuosic performances and innovative compositions. Born on May 18, 1987, in Annecy, France, Neuburger showed an early aptitude for music and began playing the piano at the age of four. He was raised in a musical family, with his mother being a pianist and his father a composer. Neuburger's talent was quickly recognized, and he began studying at the Conservatoire National Supérieur de Musique et de Danse de Paris at the age of 14. He studied under renowned pianists such as Michel Beroff and Jean-Francois Heisser, and also received guidance from composers such as Marc-André Dalbavie and Philippe Manoury. In 2006, Neuburger won first prize at the prestigious Long-Thibaud-Crespin International Piano Competition, which launched his career as a soloist. He has since performed with major orchestras around the world, including the London Symphony Orchestra, the Orchestre National de France, and the Tokyo Symphony Orchestra. He has also collaborated with conductors such as Daniel Harding, Fabio Luisi, and Myung-Whun Chung. Neuburger's performances have been praised for their technical brilliance and emotional depth. He is known for his ability to bring out the nuances and subtleties of the music he plays, and for his dynamic and expressive playing style. He has been described as a "poet of the piano" and a "master of color and texture." In addition to his career as a performer, Neuburger is also an accomplished composer. He has written works for solo piano, chamber ensembles, and orchestra, and his compositions have been performed by leading musicians and ensembles around the world. His music is characterized by its harmonic complexity, rhythmic vitality, and imaginative use of timbre and texture. Neuburger has received numerous awards and honors throughout his career. In addition to his victory at the Long-Thibaud-Crespin competition, he has won prizes at the Geneva International Music Competition, the International Piano Competition of Lyon, and the International Piano Competition of Orleans. He was also awarded the Prix des Musiciens from the Fondation Simone et Cino Del Duca in 2016. Neuburger's discography includes several critically acclaimed recordings, including his debut album, which featured works by Schumann, Liszt, and Ravel. He has also recorded works by Debussy, Messiaen, and Stravinsky, among others. His recordings have been praised for their technical precision, musical sensitivity, and innovative interpretations. Neuburger is known for his commitment to contemporary music, and has premiered works by composers such as Marc-André Dalbavie, Thierry Escaich, and Philippe Manoury. He has also collaborated with visual artists, dancers, and filmmakers to create multimedia performances that explore the intersection of music and other art forms. Despite his success as a performer and composer, Neuburger remains humble and dedicated to his craft. He continues to study and explore new musical horizons, and is committed to sharing his love of music with audiences around the world. His passion for music and his commitment to excellence have made him one of the most exciting and innovative musicians of his generation.

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