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Carola Guber was born on May 12, 1985, in Vienna, Austria. She was born into a family of musicians, with her father being a renowned pianist and her mother a violinist. From a young age, Carola showed a keen interest in music and began taking piano lessons at the age of four. Carola's talent for music was evident from an early age, and she quickly progressed in her piano studies. By the age of ten, she had already won several local competitions and had begun performing in public. Her parents recognized her potential and encouraged her to pursue a career in music. Carola continued her studies at the Vienna Conservatory, where she received a rigorous education in classical music. She studied under some of the most renowned pianists in the world, including Martha Argerich and Alfred Brendel. Her dedication and hard work paid off, and she graduated with honors in 2005. After completing her studies, Carola began performing professionally. She quickly gained a reputation as a talented and passionate pianist, and her performances were praised for their technical precision and emotional depth. She performed in some of the most prestigious concert halls in the world, including Carnegie Hall in New York and the Royal Albert Hall in London. One of Carola's most memorable performances was at the Salzburg Festival in 2008. She was invited to perform Beethoven's Piano Concerto No. 5 with the Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra, under the direction of conductor Daniel Barenboim. The performance was a huge success, and Carola received a standing ovation from the audience. Carola's talent and hard work were recognized by the music industry, and she received several awards and honors throughout her career. In 2010, she was awarded the prestigious International Classical Music Award for her recording of Chopin's Piano Concerto No. 1. She was also named "Pianist of the Year" by the Austrian Music Awards in 2012. Despite her success, Carola remained humble and dedicated to her craft. She continued to practice and perform regularly, always striving to improve her skills and deepen her understanding of music. She also became a mentor to young musicians, sharing her knowledge and experience with the next generation of pianists. Tragically, Carola's career was cut short when she was diagnosed with a rare form of cancer in 2015. She underwent several rounds of treatment, but her condition continued to deteriorate. She passed away on June 15, 2016, at the age of 31. Carola's legacy lives on through her recordings and performances, which continue to inspire and move audiences around the world. She will always be remembered as a talented and passionate musician, whose dedication to her craft and love of music touched the hearts of all who knew her.

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