Period

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Classical

 

 

Romantic

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Chamber

 

 

Concerto

 

Iris Juda was a renowned classical music artist who made a significant contribution to the world of music. Born on May 12, 1923, in Vienna, Austria, Iris Juda was the daughter of a Jewish family. Her father, Max Juda, was a well-known musicologist, and her mother, Gertrude Juda, was a pianist. Iris Juda grew up in a musical environment, and her parents encouraged her to pursue a career in music. Iris Juda began her musical training at an early age. She started playing the piano when she was just four years old and showed a natural talent for music. Her parents recognized her potential and enrolled her in the Vienna Music Academy when she was six years old. She studied under the guidance of renowned pianist and composer, Franz Schmidt, and later, under the tutelage of Richard Hauser. Iris Juda's talent and dedication to music were evident from an early age. She won her first piano competition when she was just eight years old and went on to win several more competitions throughout her childhood. Her parents were proud of her achievements and supported her in every way possible. In 1938, when Iris Juda was fifteen years old, Austria was annexed by Nazi Germany. Her family, being Jewish, faced persecution and had to flee the country. They moved to England, where Iris continued her musical education at the Royal Academy of Music in London. She studied under the guidance of renowned pianist and teacher, Harold Craxton, and later, under the tutelage of Franz Reizenstein. Iris Juda's talent and hard work paid off when she won the prestigious Royal Academy of Music's highest award, the Chappell Gold Medal, in 1943. This award was a significant achievement for Iris Juda and marked the beginning of her successful career as a classical music artist. After completing her studies at the Royal Academy of Music, Iris Juda embarked on a successful career as a concert pianist. She performed extensively throughout Europe and the United States, captivating audiences with her virtuosity and musicality. She was known for her interpretations of the works of Mozart, Beethoven, Schubert, and Brahms, among others. Iris Juda's performances were highly acclaimed by critics and audiences alike. She received numerous awards and accolades throughout her career, including the Harriet Cohen International Music Award in 1951 and the Order of Merit of the Federal Republic of Germany in 1989. She was also made an Honorary Fellow of the Royal Academy of Music in 1993. In addition to her successful career as a concert pianist, Iris Juda was also a respected teacher. She taught at the Royal Academy of Music, the Guildhall School of Music and Drama, and the Hochschule für Musik und Theater in Hamburg, Germany. Her students included several successful pianists, such as Stephen Hough and Martin Roscoe. Iris Juda's contribution to the world of music was significant. She was a talented pianist, a respected teacher, and a passionate advocate for classical music. Her legacy lives on through her recordings, which continue to inspire and delight music lovers around the world. Iris Juda passed away on December 28, 2002, at the age of 79. She will always be remembered as a gifted musician and a true ambassador of classical music. Her life and career serve as an inspiration to aspiring musicians and music lovers everywhere.

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