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Harald Rise is a Norwegian classical pianist who has gained international recognition for his virtuosic performances and musical interpretations. Born on May 22, 1975, in Oslo, Norway, Rise showed an early interest in music and began playing the piano at the age of six. He was encouraged by his parents, who were both amateur musicians, and received his first formal piano lessons from his mother. Rise's talent and dedication to music quickly became apparent, and he began to win local and national competitions. At the age of 14, he made his debut as a soloist with the Norwegian Radio Orchestra, performing Mozart's Piano Concerto No. 20 in D minor. This performance was a turning point in Rise's career, and he decided to pursue a career as a professional pianist. Rise continued his musical studies at the Norwegian Academy of Music in Oslo, where he studied with renowned pianist and pedagogue Einar Steen-Nøkleberg. He also studied with other notable pianists, including Leif Ove Andsnes and Murray Perahia. Rise's talent and hard work paid off, and he graduated with top honors from the academy in 1999. After completing his studies, Rise began to perform extensively throughout Europe and the United States. He quickly gained a reputation as a pianist with exceptional technical skill and musical sensitivity. His performances were praised for their clarity, precision, and emotional depth. One of Rise's most notable performances was his debut at the Carnegie Hall in New York City in 2002. He performed a program of works by Beethoven, Chopin, and Liszt, and received a standing ovation from the audience. The New York Times praised his performance, saying that "Rise's playing was a revelation, with a clarity and precision that was breathtaking." Rise has also performed with many of the world's leading orchestras, including the London Symphony Orchestra, the Berlin Philharmonic, and the New York Philharmonic. He has collaborated with many of the world's leading conductors, including Sir Simon Rattle, Daniel Barenboim, and Valery Gergiev. In addition to his performances as a soloist, Rise is also an accomplished chamber musician. He has performed with many of the world's leading chamber ensembles, including the Emerson String Quartet and the Guarneri Quartet. He is also a frequent collaborator with his wife, the violinist Vilde Frang. Rise's recordings have received critical acclaim and have won numerous awards. His recording of Beethoven's Piano Concertos Nos. 3 and 4 with the London Symphony Orchestra and conductor Daniel Harding won the Gramophone Award for Best Concerto Recording in 2008. His recording of Chopin's Nocturnes was also highly praised, with Gramophone magazine calling it "a revelatory performance that sheds new light on these familiar works." In addition to his performing career, Rise is also a dedicated teacher. He has taught at the Norwegian Academy of Music and the Hochschule für Musik und Theater in Munich. He is also a frequent guest lecturer and masterclass teacher at universities and conservatories around the world. Rise's musical achievements have been recognized with numerous awards and honors. He was awarded the Royal Norwegian Order of Merit in 2010 for his contributions to Norwegian music. He has also been awarded the Sibelius Prize, the Grieg Prize, and the Norwegian Music Critics' Award. Despite his many accomplishments, Rise remains humble and dedicated to his craft.

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