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Robin Sutherland is a renowned classical music artist who has made a significant contribution to the world of music. He was born on August 22, 1952, in San Francisco, California, USA. Sutherland grew up in a family of musicians, and his parents were both professional musicians. His father was a violinist, and his mother was a pianist. Sutherland's parents recognized his musical talent at an early age and encouraged him to pursue a career in music. Sutherland began his musical training at the age of five, and he started playing the piano under the guidance of his mother. He showed exceptional talent and dedication to music, and by the age of ten, he had already won several local piano competitions. Sutherland continued his musical education at the San Francisco Conservatory of Music, where he studied under the tutelage of renowned pianist Adolph Baller. After completing his studies at the San Francisco Conservatory of Music, Sutherland went on to study at the Juilliard School in New York City. He studied under the guidance of pianist Rosina Lhevinne, who was one of the most respected piano teachers of her time. Sutherland's time at Juilliard was a turning point in his career, and he honed his skills as a pianist and developed a deep understanding of classical music. Sutherland's career as a professional pianist began in the early 1970s when he started performing in concerts and recitals. He quickly gained a reputation as a talented and versatile pianist, and his performances were highly acclaimed by audiences and critics alike. Sutherland's repertoire included works by some of the greatest composers of all time, including Beethoven, Mozart, Chopin, and Schumann. One of the highlights of Sutherland's career was his performance at the Tchaikovsky International Piano Competition in Moscow in 1978. The competition was one of the most prestigious piano competitions in the world, and Sutherland was one of the few American pianists to be invited to participate. Sutherland's performance at the competition was outstanding, and he was awarded the Silver Medal, which was a significant achievement for a young pianist. Sutherland's career continued to flourish in the 1980s and 1990s, and he performed in concerts and recitals all over the world. He also collaborated with some of the most renowned orchestras and conductors, including the San Francisco Symphony, the New York Philharmonic, and the London Symphony Orchestra. Sutherland's performances were always highly anticipated, and he was known for his technical brilliance and his ability to bring out the emotional depth of the music. In addition to his career as a performer, Sutherland was also a respected teacher and mentor. He taught at the San Francisco Conservatory of Music for many years, and he also gave masterclasses and workshops all over the world. Sutherland was known for his dedication to his students, and many of them went on to have successful careers as pianists. Sutherland's contributions to the world of music were recognized with numerous awards and honors. In 1992, he was awarded the prestigious Avery Fisher Prize, which is awarded to outstanding classical musicians who have made a significant contribution to the world of music. Sutherland was also inducted into the American Classical Music Hall of Fame in 2003, which was a testament to his enduring legacy as a pianist and musician. Sadly, Robin Sutherland passed away on September 21, 2018, at the age of 66.

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