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“I am so happy that I didn’t go to school and I didn’t have anyone to tell me how to position my fingers on the piano correctly.”

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Yanni, born Georgios Theodorou, is a renowned Greek pianist and composer. He was born on November 14, 1954, in Crete, Greece. Yanni is known for his unique musical style and global music performances, blending elements of classical, jazz, and world music. His music is loved by audiences worldwide, and he has won numerous music awards. more

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