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Conductor  

Country

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Russia

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April 19, 1965 in Moscow, Russia

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Keyboard

 

Lilya Zilberstein is a renowned classical pianist who has captivated audiences around the world with her virtuosic performances and deep musicality. Born on July 18, 1964, in Moscow, Russia, Zilberstein showed an early aptitude for music and began studying piano at the age of four. Her parents, both professional musicians, recognized her talent and encouraged her to pursue a career in music. Zilberstein's early training was rigorous and demanding, but she thrived under the guidance of her teachers. She attended the Moscow Conservatory, one of the most prestigious music schools in the world, where she studied with such luminaries as Tatiana Nikolayeva and Alexander Satz. She also participated in masterclasses with renowned pianists such as Vladimir Ashkenazy and Martha Argerich, who would become a close friend and mentor. Zilberstein's talent was evident from an early age, and she quickly gained recognition as a rising star in the classical music world. In 1987, she won first prize at the Busoni Competition in Italy, which launched her international career. She went on to win numerous other awards and accolades, including the silver medal at the 1989 Tchaikovsky Competition in Moscow and the 1991 Arthur Rubinstein Piano Master Competition in Tel Aviv. Zilberstein's performances are characterized by her technical brilliance, expressive phrasing, and deep emotional connection to the music. She has a particular affinity for the works of the Romantic era, and her interpretations of composers such as Chopin, Liszt, and Rachmaninoff are widely regarded as some of the finest in the world. One of Zilberstein's most memorable performances took place in 1992, when she played Rachmaninoff's Piano Concerto No. 2 with the Berlin Philharmonic under the baton of Claudio Abbado. The performance was a triumph, and Zilberstein received a standing ovation from the audience. She has since performed with many of the world's leading orchestras, including the New York Philharmonic, the London Symphony Orchestra, and the Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra. In addition to her solo performances, Zilberstein is also an accomplished chamber musician. She has collaborated with some of the world's most renowned musicians, including violinist Maxim Vengerov and cellist Mischa Maisky. Together, they have recorded several critically acclaimed albums, including a collection of Brahms' piano trios. Zilberstein's recordings have received widespread acclaim and have won numerous awards, including the Diapason d'Or and the Echo Klassik. Her discography includes solo works by Chopin, Liszt, and Rachmaninoff, as well as chamber music by Brahms, Schumann, and Shostakovich. Despite her success, Zilberstein remains humble and dedicated to her craft. She continues to practice for several hours a day and is always seeking to improve her technique and interpretation. She is also committed to passing on her knowledge and experience to the next generation of musicians and frequently gives masterclasses and lectures at music schools around the world. In recognition of her contributions to the world of classical music, Zilberstein has received numerous honors and awards. In 2014, she was awarded the Order of Merit of the Federal Republic of Germany, one of the country's highest honors. She has also been named a Steinway Artist, an honor reserved for the world's most distinguished pianists.

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