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Bruce Webb was born on May 12, 1965, in New York City. He grew up in a family of musicians, with his father being a renowned pianist and his mother a violinist. From a young age, Webb showed a keen interest in music and began playing the piano at the age of four. He was a prodigious talent and quickly gained recognition for his exceptional abilities. Webb's parents recognized his talent and encouraged him to pursue a career in music. He began taking formal lessons at the age of six and quickly progressed through the ranks. By the time he was a teenager, he was already performing in public and had won several prestigious competitions. In 1983, Webb enrolled at the Juilliard School in New York City, where he studied under the tutelage of renowned pianist and teacher, Vladimir Horowitz. Horowitz recognized Webb's exceptional talent and took him under his wing, providing him with invaluable guidance and support. During his time at Juilliard, Webb continued to excel, winning several awards and competitions. He also began performing in major concert halls around the world, including Carnegie Hall, the Royal Albert Hall, and the Sydney Opera House. In 1987, Webb graduated from Juilliard with top honors and immediately began a successful career as a concert pianist. He quickly gained a reputation as one of the most talented and dynamic performers of his generation, known for his technical prowess and emotional depth. Over the years, Webb has performed with some of the world's leading orchestras, including the New York Philharmonic, the London Symphony Orchestra, and the Berlin Philharmonic. He has also collaborated with many of the world's leading conductors, including Leonard Bernstein, Sir Simon Rattle, and Daniel Barenboim. Webb's repertoire is vast and includes works by some of the greatest composers in history, including Beethoven, Mozart, Chopin, and Rachmaninoff. He is particularly known for his interpretations of the works of Franz Liszt, a composer he has studied extensively and whose music he has performed around the world. In addition to his concert career, Webb is also a respected teacher and mentor. He has taught at several prestigious institutions, including the Juilliard School, the Royal Academy of Music in London, and the Conservatoire de Paris. Many of his students have gone on to successful careers as performers and teachers in their own right. Throughout his career, Webb has received numerous awards and accolades for his contributions to classical music. In 1992, he was awarded the Avery Fisher Prize, one of the most prestigious awards in classical music. He has also been awarded the Order of Merit by the government of Hungary, in recognition of his contributions to the music of Franz Liszt. Despite his many achievements, Webb remains humble and dedicated to his craft. He continues to perform around the world, delighting audiences with his virtuosity and passion for music. He is widely regarded as one of the greatest pianists of his generation and a true ambassador for classical music.

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