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Classical

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Choral

 

Mechtild von Kries is a renowned classical music artist who has made a significant contribution to the world of music. Born in Germany, she showed an early interest in music and began playing the piano at the age of six. Her parents recognized her talent and encouraged her to pursue music as a career. Von Kries received her formal music education at the Hochschule für Musik und Tanz Köln, where she studied under the guidance of renowned pianist and pedagogue, Prof. Pavel Gililov. She also attended masterclasses with other distinguished pianists such as András Schiff, Murray Perahia, and Alfred Brendel. Von Kries made her debut as a soloist with the WDR Symphony Orchestra in Cologne at the age of 18, performing Beethoven's Piano Concerto No. 3. This performance marked the beginning of her successful career as a concert pianist. She has since performed with many renowned orchestras, including the Berlin Philharmonic, the London Symphony Orchestra, and the New York Philharmonic. One of the highlights of von Kries' career was her performance at the Salzburg Festival in 2005. She played Mozart's Piano Concerto No. 23 with the Vienna Philharmonic under the baton of Riccardo Muti. The performance was highly acclaimed by critics and audiences alike, and von Kries received a standing ovation. In addition to her performances as a soloist, von Kries is also an accomplished chamber musician. She has collaborated with many renowned musicians, including violinist Christian Tetzlaff and cellist Alban Gerhardt. Together, they have performed at major music festivals around the world, including the Edinburgh International Festival and the Schleswig-Holstein Music Festival. Von Kries has also made several recordings, including a critically acclaimed album of Schubert's piano works. Her recording of Schubert's Piano Sonata in B-flat Major was praised for its sensitivity and emotional depth. Throughout her career, von Kries has received numerous awards and honors. In 2002, she was awarded the prestigious German Music Prize, the highest honor for musicians in Germany. She has also been awarded the Echo Klassik Award, the Diapason d'Or, and the Gramophone Award. In addition to her performing career, von Kries is also a dedicated teacher. She has taught at the Hochschule für Musik und Tanz Köln and the Mozarteum University in Salzburg. Her students have gone on to win numerous awards and competitions, and many have become successful musicians in their own right. In conclusion, Mechtild von Kries is a highly accomplished classical music artist who has made a significant contribution to the world of music. Her performances as a soloist and chamber musician have been highly acclaimed, and her recordings have received critical praise. She has received numerous awards and honors throughout her career, and her dedication to teaching has helped to inspire the next generation of musicians.

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