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Fou Ts'ong
Fou Ts'ong (10 March 1934 – 28 December 2020) was a renowned Chinese and British pianist, celebrated for his interpretations of Chopin's music. Born in Shanghai to a family of intellectuals, his father Fu Lei was a notable translator. Fou began his piano studies with Mario Paci, the founder of the Shanghai Symphony Orchestra. He made his debut in 1951 in Shanghai, performing Beethoven's Piano Concerto No. 5.

In 1953, Fou won third prize at the George Enescu International Competition and moved to Europe to study at the State College of Music in Warsaw under Zbigniew Drzewiecki. His international breakthrough came in 1955 when he won third prize and the Polish Radio Prize for his performance of Chopin's mazurkas at the V International Chopin Piano Competition.

Fou settled in London by 1959 and gained recognition in Europe and the United States. He performed with the New York Philharmonic in 1961 and was nominated for a Grammy in 1963. Despite some early criticism, he was praised for his lyricism and sensitivity in later performances. Fou recorded for various labels and collaborated with notable musicians like Daniel Barenboim and Vladimir Ashkenazy.

Fou Ts'ong passed away from COVID-19 in London at the age of 86, leaving behind a legacy as the first Chinese pianist to gain international acclaim. His life and work continue to inspire musicians worldwide.
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