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Conductor  

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Chamber

 

Benjamin Pasternack is a renowned classical pianist who has captivated audiences around the world with his virtuosic performances and deep musicality. Born in New York City in 1955, Pasternack showed an early aptitude for music and began studying piano at the age of six. He quickly demonstrated a natural talent for the instrument, and by the time he was a teenager, he was already performing in public. Pasternack's musical education was extensive and rigorous. He studied at the Juilliard School of Music in New York City, where he earned both his Bachelor's and Master's degrees. He also studied with some of the most respected pianists of his generation, including Leon Fleisher, Rudolf Serkin, and Mieczyslaw Horszowski. Throughout his career, Pasternack has been recognized for his exceptional talent and dedication to his craft. He has won numerous awards and competitions, including the prestigious Naumburg International Piano Competition in 1977. He has also been a finalist in the Van Cliburn International Piano Competition and the Leeds International Piano Competition. Pasternack's performances have taken him to some of the world's most prestigious concert halls, including Carnegie Hall, the Kennedy Center, and the Royal Albert Hall in London. He has also performed with many of the world's leading orchestras, including the New York Philharmonic, the Boston Symphony Orchestra, and the London Symphony Orchestra. One of the highlights of Pasternack's career was his performance of Beethoven's Piano Concerto No. 5 with the New York Philharmonic in 1985. The performance was widely praised for its technical brilliance and emotional depth, and it cemented Pasternack's reputation as one of the world's leading pianists. In addition to his work as a performer, Pasternack is also a respected teacher and mentor. He has taught at the Juilliard School of Music, the Manhattan School of Music, and the Peabody Institute of the Johns Hopkins University. He has also given masterclasses and workshops around the world, sharing his knowledge and expertise with aspiring musicians. Throughout his career, Pasternack has remained committed to the classical repertoire, performing works by some of the greatest composers in history, including Bach, Beethoven, Chopin, and Schumann. He has also been a champion of contemporary music, premiering works by composers such as Milton Babbitt, Elliott Carter, and Charles Wuorinen. Despite his many accomplishments, Pasternack remains humble and dedicated to his art. He continues to perform and teach, sharing his love of music with audiences and students around the world. His passion and talent have made him one of the most respected and beloved classical pianists of his generation.

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