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Conductor  

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Chamber

 

 

Concerto

 

 

Orchestral

 

Thomas Füri is a renowned classical music artist who has made a significant impact on the world of music. Born on May 5, 1971, in Zurich, Switzerland, Füri showed an early interest in music and began playing the piano at the age of six. He was a prodigious talent and quickly gained recognition for his exceptional musical abilities. Füri's parents were both musicians, and they encouraged him to pursue his passion for music. He attended the Zurich Conservatory, where he studied under the tutelage of renowned pianist and teacher, Homero Francesch. Füri's talent was evident from an early age, and he quickly became one of Francesch's most promising students. After completing his studies at the Zurich Conservatory, Füri went on to study at the Juilliard School in New York City. There, he studied under the guidance of legendary pianist and teacher, Yoheved Kaplinsky. Füri's time at Juilliard was a formative experience, and he credits Kaplinsky with helping him to develop his unique style and approach to music. Füri's career as a professional musician began in earnest in the early 1990s. He quickly gained recognition for his exceptional talent and was invited to perform at some of the world's most prestigious concert halls. In 1993, he made his debut at the Carnegie Hall in New York City, performing a program of works by Beethoven, Chopin, and Liszt. Over the years, Füri has performed at many of the world's most renowned concert halls, including the Berlin Philharmonic, the Royal Albert Hall in London, and the Concertgebouw in Amsterdam. He has also collaborated with some of the world's most celebrated conductors, including Claudio Abbado, Daniel Barenboim, and Simon Rattle. Füri's repertoire is vast and varied, encompassing works from the Baroque era to the present day. He is particularly renowned for his interpretations of the works of Beethoven, Chopin, and Liszt, and has recorded several critically acclaimed albums of their music. In addition to his work as a performer, Füri is also a respected teacher and mentor. He has taught at several prestigious institutions, including the Zurich Conservatory and the Juilliard School. Many of his students have gone on to have successful careers as professional musicians. Throughout his career, Füri has received numerous awards and accolades for his contributions to the world of music. In 1996, he was awarded the prestigious Avery Fisher Career Grant, which recognizes outstanding young musicians. He has also been awarded the Prix Credit Suisse Jeunes Solistes and the Prix Guggenheim Jeunes Musiciens. Despite his many achievements, Füri remains humble and dedicated to his craft. He continues to perform and teach, and is committed to sharing his love of music with others. His passion and dedication to his art have made him one of the most respected and admired classical musicians of his generation.

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