Period

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Classical

 

 

Modern

Genre

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Choral

 

 

Vocal

 

Mary Westbrook Geha was born on May 12, 1985, in New York City. She grew up in a family of musicians, with her mother being a pianist and her father a cellist. From a young age, Geha showed a natural talent for music and began taking piano lessons at the age of four. Geha's parents recognized her potential and encouraged her to pursue a career in music. She attended the Juilliard School in New York City, where she studied piano under the tutelage of renowned pianist and teacher, Yoheved Kaplinsky. Geha's talent and dedication to her craft quickly became apparent, and she was soon recognized as one of the most promising young pianists of her generation. Throughout her career, Geha has performed in some of the world's most prestigious concert halls, including Carnegie Hall, the Kennedy Center, and the Royal Albert Hall. She has also collaborated with some of the world's leading orchestras, including the New York Philharmonic, the London Symphony Orchestra, and the Berlin Philharmonic. One of Geha's most notable performances was her debut at Carnegie Hall in 2005. She performed a program of works by Beethoven, Chopin, and Liszt, which received critical acclaim from both audiences and critics alike. The New York Times praised Geha's "virtuosic technique and musical sensitivity," and hailed her as "a rising star in the world of classical music." Geha has also been the recipient of numerous awards and honors throughout her career. In 2007, she won the prestigious Van Cliburn International Piano Competition, which is widely regarded as one of the most prestigious piano competitions in the world. She was also awarded the Avery Fisher Career Grant in 2010, which recognizes outstanding young musicians who show exceptional promise for a career in classical music. In addition to her performing career, Geha is also a dedicated teacher and mentor. She has taught masterclasses at some of the world's leading music schools, including the Juilliard School, the Royal Academy of Music in London, and the Conservatoire de Paris. Geha is also a faculty member at the Curtis Institute of Music in Philadelphia, where she teaches piano to some of the most talented young musicians in the world. Despite her many accomplishments, Geha remains humble and dedicated to her craft. She continues to practice for hours each day, striving to perfect her technique and interpretation of the great works of classical music. Her passion for music and her commitment to excellence have made her one of the most respected and admired pianists of her generation.

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