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Romantic

 

 

Modern

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Vocal

 

Irina Molokina is a renowned classical music artist who has made a significant impact in the world of music. Born on December 12, 1980, in Moscow, Russia, Irina showed an early interest in music and began playing the piano at the age of five. Her parents recognized her talent and encouraged her to pursue music as a career. Irina's musical education began at the Gnessin School of Music in Moscow, where she studied under the guidance of renowned pianist and teacher, Tatiana Zelikman. She later continued her studies at the Moscow State Conservatory, where she received her Bachelor's and Master's degrees in Piano Performance. During her time at the conservatory, Irina participated in numerous competitions and won several awards, including the First Prize at the International Piano Competition in St. Petersburg in 2001 and the Second Prize at the International Piano Competition in Rome in 2003. These achievements helped to establish her reputation as a talented and accomplished pianist. After completing her studies, Irina began performing extensively both in Russia and abroad. She has performed in some of the world's most prestigious concert halls, including the Carnegie Hall in New York, the Royal Albert Hall in London, and the Berlin Philharmonic. Her performances have been praised for their technical brilliance, emotional depth, and musical sensitivity. One of the highlights of Irina's career was her performance at the Tchaikovsky Competition in Moscow in 2007. This competition is widely regarded as one of the most prestigious piano competitions in the world, and Irina's performance was highly acclaimed by both the judges and the audience. She was awarded the Third Prize, which further cemented her reputation as a rising star in the world of classical music. In addition to her solo performances, Irina has also collaborated with some of the world's leading orchestras and conductors. She has performed with the Moscow Philharmonic Orchestra, the St. Petersburg Philharmonic Orchestra, the London Symphony Orchestra, and the Berlin Philharmonic, among others. Her collaborations with conductors such as Valery Gergiev, Vladimir Jurowski, and Sir Simon Rattle have been particularly noteworthy. Irina's repertoire is extensive and includes works by some of the greatest composers in the history of classical music. She has a particular affinity for the music of Sergei Rachmaninoff, and her performances of his works have been widely praised for their technical brilliance and emotional depth. She has also performed works by Beethoven, Chopin, Liszt, and Prokofiev, among others. In addition to her performing career, Irina is also a dedicated teacher. She has taught at the Moscow State Conservatory and the Gnessin School of Music, and has given masterclasses in Russia, Europe, and the United States. Her students have gone on to win numerous awards and competitions, and many have established successful careers as professional musicians. Irina's contributions to the world of classical music have been recognized with numerous awards and honors. In 2010, she was awarded the title of Honored Artist of Russia, which is one of the highest honors that can be bestowed upon a performing artist in Russia. She has also been awarded the Order of Friendship, which is a state decoration of the Russian Federation that recognizes outstanding achievements in the fields of international relations, culture, and humanitarian work.

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