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George Monch was born on May 12, 1985, in Vienna, Austria. He was born into a family of musicians, and his parents were both professional classical musicians. His father was a renowned cellist, and his mother was a pianist. From a young age, George was exposed to classical music and began playing the piano at the age of four. George's parents recognized his talent and enrolled him in the Vienna Conservatory of Music when he was six years old. He studied under some of the most renowned piano teachers in Austria and quickly became known for his exceptional talent. By the time he was a teenager, George had already won several local and national piano competitions. In 2003, George was accepted into the prestigious Juilliard School in New York City. He moved to the United States and began studying under the tutelage of renowned pianist and teacher, Yoheved Kaplinsky. While at Juilliard, George continued to win competitions and was awarded the prestigious Van Cliburn Scholarship. After graduating from Juilliard in 2007, George began performing professionally. He quickly gained a reputation as one of the most talented young pianists in the world. He performed with some of the most renowned orchestras in the world, including the New York Philharmonic, the Berlin Philharmonic, and the London Symphony Orchestra. In 2010, George was awarded the Avery Fisher Career Grant, which is given to exceptional young musicians who show great potential for a career in classical music. The grant allowed George to continue his career as a soloist and to perform with some of the most prestigious orchestras in the world. One of George's most memorable performances was in 2012 when he performed Beethoven's Piano Concerto No. 5 with the Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra. The performance was held in the Musikverein, one of the most famous concert halls in the world. The concert was a huge success, and George received a standing ovation from the audience. In addition to his career as a soloist, George was also a dedicated teacher. He taught at the Juilliard School and gave masterclasses around the world. He was known for his ability to connect with his students and to inspire them to reach their full potential. Tragically, George's career was cut short when he was diagnosed with a rare form of cancer in 2015. Despite his illness, George continued to perform and teach. He remained positive and continued to inspire those around him until his death in 2017 at the age of 32. George Monch was a true musical prodigy who dedicated his life to classical music. His talent and passion for music inspired countless people around the world. He will always be remembered as one of the greatest pianists of his generation.

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