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Vladimir Bobri was a Russian-American composer, pianist, and conductor who was born on January 17, 1901, in Moscow, Russia. He was born into a family of musicians, and his father was a well-known conductor and composer. Bobri began his musical education at a young age, studying piano and composition with his father. In 1917, Bobri and his family fled Russia due to the Russian Revolution and settled in Paris, France. There, he continued his musical studies at the Paris Conservatory, where he studied composition with Nadia Boulanger and piano with Isidor Philipp. He also studied conducting with Pierre Monteux. In 1924, Bobri moved to the United States and settled in New York City. He quickly established himself as a pianist and conductor, performing with the New York Philharmonic and the Metropolitan Opera. He also began composing his own music, which was heavily influenced by his Russian heritage and his training in France. One of Bobri's most famous works is his Piano Concerto No. 1, which he composed in 1932. The concerto is a virtuosic showcase for the soloist, with sweeping melodies and intricate passagework. It was premiered by the New York Philharmonic, with Bobri himself as the soloist. Bobri also composed several ballets, including "The Snow Maiden" and "The Firebird." These works were heavily influenced by the music of Igor Stravinsky, whom Bobri had studied with in Paris. Bobri's ballets were known for their lush orchestration and dramatic storytelling. In addition to his work as a composer, Bobri was also a respected conductor. He conducted the New York Philharmonic, the Boston Symphony Orchestra, and the Philadelphia Orchestra, among others. He was known for his precise and energetic conducting style, and he was highly regarded by his colleagues and audiences alike. Bobri continued to compose and perform throughout his life, and he remained active in the music world until his death in 1976. His music continues to be performed and recorded today, and he is remembered as one of the most important composers of the 20th century.

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