Stephen Ng is a renowned classical music artist who has made a significant impact in the music industry. He was born on January 1, 1980, in Hong Kong, China. From a young age, Stephen showed a keen interest in music, and his parents encouraged him to pursue his passion. Stephen began his musical journey by learning to play the piano at the age of five. He showed remarkable talent and quickly progressed to more advanced pieces. By the time he was ten, he had already won several local competitions and had begun performing in public. At the age of twelve, Stephen was accepted into the Hong Kong Academy for Performing Arts, where he studied under the tutelage of renowned pianist, Professor Li Ming Qiang. During his time at the academy, Stephen honed his skills and developed a deep understanding of classical music. After completing his studies at the academy, Stephen moved to the United States to further his education. He enrolled at the Juilliard School in New York City, where he studied under the guidance of Professor Yoheved Kaplinsky. During his time at Juilliard, Stephen won several awards and accolades, including the prestigious Gina Bachauer Piano Scholarship. Stephen's talent and dedication to his craft soon caught the attention of the music industry, and he began receiving invitations to perform at major concerts and events. In 2002, he made his debut at the Lincoln Center in New York City, where he performed Beethoven's Piano Concerto No. 5 with the New York Philharmonic Orchestra. Since then, Stephen has performed at some of the world's most prestigious concert halls, including Carnegie Hall, the Royal Albert Hall, and the Sydney Opera House. He has collaborated with some of the world's leading orchestras, including the London Symphony Orchestra, the Berlin Philharmonic, and the Boston Symphony Orchestra. Stephen's performances have been praised for their technical brilliance, emotional depth, and musicality. He has been described as a "virtuoso pianist" and a "musical genius" by critics and audiences alike. In addition to his performances, Stephen is also a dedicated teacher and mentor. He has taught at several music schools and universities, including the Juilliard School, the Manhattan School of Music, and the Royal Academy of Music in London. Stephen's contributions to the music industry have been recognized with numerous awards and honors. In 2008, he was awarded the Order of Arts and Letters by the French government for his contributions to the arts. He has also been awarded the Avery Fisher Career Grant, the Gilmore Artist Award, and the Van Cliburn International Piano Competition. Despite his success, Stephen remains humble and dedicated to his craft. He continues to push the boundaries of classical music and inspire future generations of musicians.

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