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Frank Tours was a renowned classical music artist who made a significant contribution to the world of music. He was born on January 15, 1921, in New York City, United States. His parents were both musicians, and they encouraged him to pursue music from a young age. Frank showed a natural talent for music, and he began playing the piano at the age of five. Frank's parents recognized his potential and enrolled him in the Juilliard School of Music in New York City. He studied under some of the most prominent music teachers of the time, including Rosina Lhévinne and Josef Hofmann. Frank's talent and dedication to music were evident from an early age, and he quickly became one of the most promising young musicians of his generation. Frank's career as a classical music artist began in the 1940s when he started performing in concerts and recitals. He quickly gained a reputation as a talented pianist, and his performances were highly acclaimed by audiences and critics alike. In 1947, Frank made his debut with the New York Philharmonic Orchestra, performing Beethoven's Piano Concerto No. 5. The performance was a huge success, and it marked the beginning of Frank's career as a soloist with major orchestras around the world. Over the next few years, Frank toured extensively, performing in concerts and recitals across the United States and Europe. He became known for his virtuosic performances and his ability to bring out the emotional depth of the music he played. In 1952, Frank won the prestigious Naumburg International Piano Competition, which further cemented his reputation as one of the most talented pianists of his generation. Throughout his career, Frank performed with some of the most renowned orchestras in the world, including the London Symphony Orchestra, the Berlin Philharmonic, and the Boston Symphony Orchestra. He also collaborated with many of the leading conductors of the time, including Leonard Bernstein, Herbert von Karajan, and Sir Georg Solti. One of the highlights of Frank's career was his performance of Rachmaninoff's Piano Concerto No. 3 with the New York Philharmonic Orchestra in 1960. The performance was recorded and released as an album, which became one of the best-selling classical music recordings of all time. Frank's interpretation of the concerto was widely praised for its technical brilliance and emotional depth. In addition to his performances as a soloist, Frank was also a dedicated chamber musician. He frequently collaborated with other musicians, including violinist Isaac Stern and cellist Pablo Casals. Together, they performed some of the most beloved chamber music repertoire, including Beethoven's "Archduke" Trio and Brahms' Piano Trio No. 1. Frank's career as a classical music artist spanned several decades, and he continued to perform and record well into his later years. In 1987, he was awarded the National Medal of Arts by President Ronald Reagan in recognition of his contributions to the arts. Frank Tours passed away on August 2, 1992, at the age of 71. He left behind a legacy as one of the greatest pianists of the 20th century, and his recordings continue to inspire and delight music lovers around the world.

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