Maksim is a famous pianist in the world. However, his Journey to be a pianist isn't1.At the age of eight, Maksim's best friend's piano2his eye. From then on, he decided to be a pianist when he grew up.3his parents knew nothing about classical music, they still supported (支持) him. Later his mother sent him to4classes.5went well with Maksim until he was 15.Just then, the war6in his motherland. All his family had to stay and sleep in the basement(地下室) for three years. But Maksim didn't give up his dream. He7to play the piano from time to time.
Maksim entered his8competition in 1993. After his performance, the judge announced9as the winner. The10Maksim won not only the competition but also the audience.
No matter how successful he has been now, the joy of that first win remains fresh in his mind.
