George Szell

George Szell (1897–1970) was a Hungarian conductor, composer and university teacher.

Also recorded as György Széll; György Endre Szél.

Overview

Born at Budapest in 1897, died at Cleveland in 1970.

In detail

George Szell studied at University of Music and Performing Arts Vienna and University of Music and Theatre Leipzig. training under Richard Robert is recorded. the recorded working language is German.

Subjects and genres recorded for the work are classical music.

Employment is recorded with The New School and Hanns Eisler Music School Berlin. Positions recorded include professor. Membership is recorded of American Academy of Arts and Sciences.

Distinctions recorded are Commander's Cross of the Order of Merit of the Federal Republic of Germany, Commander of the Order of the British Empire and Laurel Leaf Award.

Sources

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  • reference work · Reputable secondary · Wikipedia

    “George Szell”, English Wikipedia, consulted as further reading

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  • reference work · Reputable secondary · Wikidata

    Wikidata, structured authority record Q310638: George Szell

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