Vladimir Horowitz
Vladimir Samoylovich Horowitz was a Russian and American pianist. Considered one of the greatest pianists of all time, he was known for his virtuoso technique, timbre, and the public excitement engendered by his playing.
Background
- Born in
- Kyiv
- Educated at
- Ukrainian National Academy of MusicGottlieb Walker Gymnasium
- Awards
- 🏆 Knight Grand Cross of the Order of Merit of the Italian Republic🏆 star on Hollywood Walk of Fame🏆 Royal Philharmonic Society Gold Medal🏆 Presidential Medal of Freedom🏆 Grammy Award for Album of the Year
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Trending topics shown first"Interesting pianist, but I think he is just a little bit meshuga."
"I was impressed mostly by Gieseking . He had a finished style, played with elegance, and had a fine musical mind."
"I liked him as a pianist. He was a good musician and had a fantastic repertoire. He never had a great technique, but certain things he played well. I heard him play some of the Chopin etudes, the easi…"
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Timeline
1903
Born
Birth1989
Died
Death
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