Vladimir Horowitz
Russian and American pianist (1903–1989)
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Vladimir Horowitz was a Russian-born pianist who later became an American citizen and is widely regarded as one of the greatest piano virtuosos of the 20th century. His extraordinary technical skill, distinctive musical interpretations, and dramatic performances made him one of the most celebrated and influential pianists in classical music history.
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Person · Open Library
- Born
- 1903
- Died
- 1989
- Works
- 5
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- Horowitz in Moscow
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Acting · Kiev, Russian Empire [now Ukraine]
Vladimir Samoylovich Horowitz (19031989) was an American classical pianist and composer born in the Russian Empire. He was acclaimed for his virtuoso technique, his tone color, and the excitement engendered by his playing. He is recognized as one of the greatest pianists of all time.
Known for
- The Art of Piano - Great Pianists of 20th Century — Self (archive footage)1999
- Alexander Scriabin – Towards the Light / Calculation and Ecstasy — Himself1996
- Horowitz: A Reminiscence — Self (Archive Footage)1993
- The Golden Age of the Piano — Self1993
- Horowitz Plays Mozart — Performer (piano)/Self1987
- Horowitz in Vienna — Performer (piano)/Self
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Vladimir Samoylovich Horowitz (October 1 [O.S. September 18] 1903 – November 5, 1989) 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.
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1903 births1989 deaths20th-century American classical composers20th-century American LGBTQ people20th-century American male composers20th-century Russian composers20th-century Russian Jews20th-century Russian LGBTQ people20th-century Russian male musicians20th-century Ukrainian LGBTQ people20th-century Ukrainian musiciansAmerican classical pianists