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Yury Favorin

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Yuri Favolin, a brilliant pianist born in Moscow in 1986, presents a program of Liszt. He placed fourth at the 2010 Queen Elisabeth International Music Competition; his performances left a deep impression on audiences. He has performed on various stages and, having served as a substitute for Chiccolini at the La Roque dAnthron Music Festival, is a rising star. Favolins appeal lies in his rich expressiveness and a tone full of color and evocative imagery. The abundant lyricism in Gods Blessing in Solitude and the torrential flood of sound that surges forth are truly overwhelming.Born December 12, 1986, in Moscow. He demonstrated musical talent from an early age. In 2004, he enrolled at the Tchaikovsky Conservatory, where he studied under Mikhail Voskresensky. He has an impressive record of achievements, including first prize at the 2003 Georgi Siffra Foundation Competition, fourth prize at the 2