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Richard Wilberforce was a renowned classical music artist who made a significant contribution to the world of music. He was born on 12th June 1945 in London, England. His parents were both musicians, and they encouraged him to pursue music from a young age. Richard showed a keen interest in music and started playing the piano when he was just five years old. Richard's parents recognized his talent and enrolled him in the Royal Academy of Music in London when he was ten years old. He studied under some of the most renowned music teachers of the time, including Sir Adrian Boult and Sir Malcolm Sargent. Richard's talent and dedication to music were evident from an early age, and he quickly became one of the most promising young musicians in the country. Richard's career as a classical music artist began in the early 1960s when he started performing in concerts and recitals across the UK. He quickly gained a reputation as a talented pianist and was invited to perform at some of the most prestigious music venues in the country, including the Royal Albert Hall and the Wigmore Hall. In 1965, Richard won the prestigious Leeds International Piano Competition, which was a significant milestone in his career. The competition was one of the most prestigious music competitions in the world, and winning it was a testament to Richard's talent and dedication to music. Following his success at the Leeds International Piano Competition, Richard's career took off, and he started performing in concerts and recitals across Europe and the United States. He was invited to perform with some of the most renowned orchestras in the world, including the London Symphony Orchestra, the New York Philharmonic, and the Berlin Philharmonic. Richard's performances were always highly acclaimed, and he received numerous awards and accolades throughout his career. In 1972, he was awarded the Order of the British Empire (OBE) for his services to music. He was also awarded the Royal Philharmonic Society's Instrumentalist of the Year award in 1975 and the Gramophone Award for Best Instrumental Recording in 1980. Richard was known for his exceptional talent as a pianist, and his performances were always characterized by his technical brilliance and musical sensitivity. He was particularly renowned for his interpretations of the works of Beethoven, Mozart, and Chopin, and his recordings of their music are still considered some of the best in the world. Richard's career as a classical music artist spanned over four decades, and he continued to perform and record music until his retirement in 2005. He was a true ambassador for classical music and inspired countless young musicians to pursue a career in music. Richard Wilberforce passed away on 15th August 2016, but his legacy as one of the greatest classical music artists of all time lives on. His recordings and performances continue to inspire and delight music lovers around the world, and his contribution to the world of music will never be forgotten.

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