Josep Colom facts for kids
Josep Colom (born on January 11, 1947) is a famous Spanish classical pianist. He is known for his amazing performances and recordings of classical music.
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Josep Colom's Life and Music Journey
Josep Colom was born in Barcelona, Spain. He started learning to play the piano when he was very young. His aunt, Rosa Colom, was his first piano teacher in Barcelona. Later, he moved to Paris, France, to continue his studies at a special music school called the École Normale de Musique.
Winning Piano Competitions
Josep Colom won many important awards for his piano playing.
- In 1972, he won First Prize at the very first Santander National Piano Competition.
- He also won First Prize at the Paloma O'Shea Santander International Piano Competition in 1978.
- He received top prizes at the Jaén and Épinal International Competitions too. These wins showed everyone how talented he was!
Performing Around the World
Since 1979, Josep Colom has traveled all over the world. He has performed in many countries across five continents. He gives solo concerts, plays with orchestras, and performs chamber music with other musicians. His debut concert in Paris at the Théâtre des Champs Elysées was a big moment for him.
His Recordings and Awards
Josep Colom has made many recordings of classical music.
- In 1982, he recorded all the Sonatas by Manuel Blasco de Nebra. For this work, he received a special award from the Spanish Ministry of Culture.
- In 1989, he recorded all the works by Manuel de Falla. This album was highly praised by Fanfare magazine, which called it the best version of Falla's music.
- He has also recorded music by other famous composers like Frederic Mompou, Johannes Brahms, Fauré, Debussy, and Ravel.
In 1998, the Spanish Ministry of Culture gave him the Premio Nacional de Música. This is a very important national award for music in Spain.
Teaching and Inspiring Others
Besides performing, Josep Colom also enjoys teaching young pianists. Since 2010, he has regularly taught at the Musikeon Postgraduate Programs in Valencia, Spain. He also gives special masterclasses in Spain, Switzerland, and France, including at the École Normale de Musique de Paris where he once studied. He has also been a judge for major piano competitions, like the Paloma O'Shea International Piano Competition and the International Chopin Piano Competition in Warsaw.
Josep Colom continues to be an important figure in classical music, sharing his talent and knowledge with new generations of musicians.
See also
In Spanish: Josep Colom para niños
