Vasily Safonov
Russian pianist and conductor
Born
February 6th, 1852
173 years ago
Died
1918
107 years ago — 66 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
Russia
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Born in Russia, a prominent pianist, composer, and conductor contributed significantly to the musical landscape in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Studied at the Saint Petersburg Conservatory and later became a devoted educator in music. Served as the conductor of the Bolshoi Theatre in Moscow, where worked tirelessly to elevate the quality of performances. Recognized for contributions to piano repertoire and distinguished teaching methods, influenced many generations of musicians through his pedagogy. In addition to performing and conducting, composed various works that showcased Russian themes and motifs.
Conducted at the Bolshoi Theatre
Taught influential piano classes
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