Yakov Flier
Pianist

Yakov Flier Net Worth

Yakov Flier was a renowned Russian concert pianist born on October 21, 1912. He was renowned for his mastery of the Romantic-Era style of music, and was awarded the People's Artist of the USSR Award in 1966 in recognition of his achievements. He was one of the greatest concert pianists in Russia and his legacy lives on.
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Age, Biography and Wiki

Birth Day October 21, 1912
Birth Place Russia
Age 108 YEARS OLD
Died On Dec 18, 1977 (age 65)
Birth Sign Libra

💰 Net worth: $100K - $1M

About

One of Russia's greatest concert Pianists. He focused on the Romantic-Era style and was awarded the People's Artist of the USSR Award in 1966.

Before Fame

He and Emil Gilels were constant competitors. Giles claimed first prize at the 1938 Queen Elizabeth international contest in Brussels where Flier claimed third prize.

Trivia

He trained many Future piano greats during his tenure teaching at the Moscow Conservatory. A few of his students were Rodion Shchedrin, Mikhail Rudy, and MÅ«za RubackytÄ

Family Life

His family was residing in Orekhovo-Zuyevo, Russia, when he was born.

Associated With

He was mentored by Konstantin Igumnov while attending the Moscow Conservatory.

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