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Rudolf Firkušný

Rudolf Firkušný (1912–1994) was an American pianist and composer.

Also recorded as Rudolf Firkusny.

Overview

Born at Napajedla in 1912, died at Staatsburg in 1994.

In detail

Rudolf Firkušný studied at Prague Conservatory, Brno Conservatory and Gymnázium a Obchodní akademie Bučovice. training under Leoš Janáček, Vilém Kurz and Růžena Kurzová is recorded. the recorded working language is Czech and English.

Employment is recorded with Juilliard School.

Distinctions recorded are Order of Tomáš Garrigue Masaryk, 1st class, honorary citizen of Brno, honorary citizen of Prague and honorary doctorate of the Masaryk University.

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  • reference work · Reputable secondary · Wikipedia

    “Rudolf Firkušný”, English Wikipedia, consulted as further reading

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  • reference work · Reputable secondary · Wikidata

    Wikidata, structured authority record Q2142506: Rudolf Firkušný

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