Pires, Maria-Joao (1944–)
Pires, Maria-Joao (1944–)
Portuguese pianist. Born in Lisbon, Portugal, July 23, 1944; studied at Lisbon Conservatory and in Munich with Karl Engel.
Famous Portuguese pianist who dominated the concert stages (1970s–80s), made recital debut at 5 and performed a Mozart concerto in public by 7; won 1st prize at Beethoven Competition in Brussels (1970); appeared throughout Europe, then with the Montreal Symphony (1986); made 1st US tour (1988); was a superb Mozart performer, particularly of the sonatas, which she recorded.
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