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Shani in gala concert
Music lovers are in for a treat when talented pianist Shani Diluka Abeygooneratne performs in concert with her husband cellist Eric-Maria Couturier at the Colombo Plaza on December 21. The glittering event will be presented by Mano Chanmugam in association with Hi!! Magazine.

Shani was born in Monaco to Sri Lankan parents. She completed her studies at the Academy of Music Prince Rainer III. Thereafter she entered the National Conservatory of Music of Nice, receiving in both these institutions much acclaim both for piano and chamber music. Shani went on to the Paris National Superior Conservatory obtaining the highest distinction - the Superior Diploma of Music and winning the Prix Daniel Magne for the year 2001.

Shani first appeared on the National TV of France at the age of nine and at 16, she performed with the Philharmonic Orchestra of Nice and the Philharmonic Orchestra of Sri Lanka. Since then she has appeared in concerts in many European countries and Sri Lanka.

Shani was recently selected out of 400 pianists for the international academy, Palazzo Delvescovo, Italy. In July 2001, Shani won the Natexis competition, which awarded her sponsorship for concerts and a CD recording contract for three years.

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