Josef Lhevinne
Pianist

Josef Lhevinne Net Worth

Josef Lhevinne was a Russian musician and educator born on December 13, 1874. He is best known for his 1924 book Basic Principles in Pianoforte Playing, which has become a classic in the field of piano playing. He was highly respected by fellow pianist Vladimir Horowitz, who admired his skill and teaching methods.
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Age, Biography and Wiki

Birth Day December 13, 1874
Birth Place Russia
Age 145 YEARS OLD
Died On Dec 2, 1944 (age 69)
Birth Sign Sagittarius

💰 Net worth: $1.5 Million (2024)

About

Musician and educator whose 1924 tome Basic Principles in Pianoforte Playing became a classic. He was admired by Vladimir Horowitz.

Before Fame

He was a student at the Imperial Conservatory in Moscow, graduating at the top of his class ahead of fellow students Sergei Rachmaninoff and Alexander Scriabin and receiving the 1892 Gold Medal for piano.

Trivia

His recordings of Chopin, Strauss, and Schumann were admired among Pianists and aficionados for their technique, elegance, and sensitivity.

Family Life

He came from a musical family. He married Rosina Bessie in 1898 and toured with her for the rest of his life.

Associated With

He idolized Anton Rubinstein, and the Composer conducted the 14-year-old pianist's debut concert.

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