Vladimir Horowitz
Ukrainian-American pianist
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About Vladimir Horowitz
Vladimir Horowitz was a Russian-American classical pianist and composer. He started taking piano lessons at the prestigious Kyiv Conservatory when he was just 12 years old and eight years later, he performed his first solo recital.
Following his recital tours in Russia, he moved to Berlin, Germany in December 1925 thus beginning his domination of the west. He performed extensively in Europe and the United States. His live performance recordings for the record labels Columbia, RCA and Deutsche Grammophon remain very popular.
Family Life
He was raised as the last of four children born to Sophia Bodik and Samuil Horowitz, an electrical engineer and electric motor distributor. He became the son-in-law of Italian conductor Arturo Toscanini through his 1933 marriage to his daughter, Wanda. They had one daughter together named Sonia.
Achievements
He was the recipient of over 20 Grammy Awards, including one for Lifetime Achievement. He is a Gramophone Hall of Fame inductee.
Death
He died from a heart attack on November 5, 1989.
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F.A.Q. about Vladimir Horowitz
When is his birthday?
Vladimir Horowitz's birthday is on October 1, 1903.
In how many days is his birthday?
Volodymyr's birthday is in 181 days
How old was Volodymyr when he died?
He was 86 years old.
When did he die?
He died in November 5, 1989.
How old would he be today?
Vladimir Horowitz would be 121 years old if he was alive today.
Where was Volodymyr from?
He was born in Berdychiv or Kiev, Russian Empire.