Birth

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February 19, 1915 in Milwaukee, WI

Death

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January 13, 2015

Genre

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Chamber

 

 

Keyboard

 

Frank Glazer was an American classical pianist who was born on February 19, 1915, in Brooklyn, New York. He was the youngest of three children born to Russian-Jewish immigrants. His father was a tailor, and his mother was a homemaker. Glazer's parents were not musical, but they recognized their son's talent and encouraged him to pursue music. Glazer began playing the piano at the age of four, and by the time he was six, he was already performing in public. He studied with several teachers, including Abby Whiteside, who was known for her innovative approach to piano technique. Glazer also studied with Artur Schnabel, who was one of the most renowned pianists of the 20th century. In 1936, Glazer made his debut with the Philadelphia Orchestra, playing Beethoven's Piano Concerto No. 4. He went on to perform with many other orchestras, including the New York Philharmonic, the Boston Symphony Orchestra, and the London Symphony Orchestra. Glazer was known for his interpretations of Beethoven, Mozart, and Schubert, and he was particularly admired for his ability to bring out the emotional depth of these composers' works. Glazer was also a prolific recording artist, and he made more than 200 recordings throughout his career. He recorded the complete piano works of Mozart, Beethoven, and Schubert, as well as works by Brahms, Chopin, and Debussy. Glazer's recordings were highly regarded by critics and music lovers alike, and they continue to be popular today. In addition to his performing and recording career, Glazer was also a respected teacher. He taught at several universities, including the Eastman School of Music, the University of Rochester, and the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee. Glazer was known for his rigorous teaching style, and many of his students went on to have successful careers as pianists. Glazer received many awards and honors throughout his career. In 1982, he was awarded the Order of Merit by the government of Austria, in recognition of his contributions to the music of Mozart. In 2000, he was awarded the Lifetime Achievement Award by the Maine Arts Commission. Glazer was also a Fellow of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences, and he received honorary doctorates from several universities. Glazer continued to perform and teach well into his 90s. He gave his last public performance in 2011, at the age of 96. Glazer died on January 13, 2016, at the age of 100. In conclusion, Frank Glazer was a highly respected and influential classical pianist, teacher, and recording artist. He was known for his interpretations of Beethoven, Mozart, and Schubert, and he made more than 200 recordings throughout his career. Glazer was also a respected teacher, and many of his students went on to have successful careers as pianists. He received many awards and honors throughout his career, and he continued to perform and teach well into his 90s. Glazer's legacy continues to inspire and influence musicians and music lovers around the world.

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