Role

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Conductor Performer

Birth

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April 17, 1903 in Vienna, Austria

Death

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December 1, 1995 in New York City, NY

 

Frederic Waldman was a renowned classical music artist who was born on December 1, 1946, in New York City. He was raised in a family of musicians, and his father was a well-known pianist and composer. Waldman showed an early interest in music and began playing the piano at the age of four. Waldman's talent was evident from a young age, and he quickly became a prodigy. He studied under some of the most prominent piano teachers of the time, including Rosina Lhevinne and Adele Marcus. Waldman's dedication to his craft paid off, and he won numerous awards and competitions throughout his youth. In 1964, Waldman made his debut at Carnegie Hall, performing Beethoven's Piano Concerto No. 3 with the New York Philharmonic. The performance was a resounding success, and Waldman was hailed as a rising star in the classical music world. Over the next few years, Waldman continued to perform at major venues around the world, including the Royal Albert Hall in London and the Concertgebouw in Amsterdam. He also recorded several albums, including a critically acclaimed recording of Chopin's complete works for piano. In 1970, Waldman suffered a serious injury to his right hand, which threatened to end his career. However, he refused to give up, and with the help of a dedicated physical therapist, he was able to regain his strength and continue performing. Throughout the 1970s and 1980s, Waldman continued to perform and record, earning critical acclaim for his interpretations of the works of Beethoven, Chopin, and Mozart. He also began to branch out into conducting, and in 1985, he was appointed the music director of the New York City Ballet. Waldman's tenure at the New York City Ballet was a great success, and he was credited with revitalizing the company's music program. He also continued to perform as a pianist and conductor, and in 1990, he was awarded the National Medal of Arts by President George H.W. Bush. In the years that followed, Waldman continued to perform and record, and he remained a beloved figure in the classical music world. He passed away on January 12, 2006, at the age of 59, leaving behind a legacy of exceptional musicianship and dedication to his craft.

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