Role

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Composer  

Country

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France

Birth

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November 13, 1874 in Paris, France

Death

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February 13, 1966 in Paris, France

Period

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Romantic

 

 

Modern

Genre

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Concerto

 

Marguerite Long was a French pianist and teacher who was born on November 13, 1874, in Nîmes, France. She was the daughter of a music teacher and began playing the piano at a young age. Her talent was quickly recognized, and she was sent to study at the Paris Conservatory when she was just nine years old. At the Conservatory, Long studied with some of the most renowned pianists of the time, including Antoine François Marmontel and Louis Diémer. She won several prizes and awards during her time there, including the prestigious Prix de Rome in 1891. After completing her studies, Long began performing professionally and quickly gained a reputation as one of the most talented pianists of her generation. She made her debut at the Concerts Colonne in Paris in 1893 and went on to perform throughout Europe and the United States. Long was particularly known for her interpretations of the works of French composers, including Claude Debussy and Maurice Ravel. She was a close friend of both composers and premiered many of their works, including Ravel's Piano Concerto in G Major in 1932. Long was also a dedicated teacher and founded the Marguerite Long-Jacques Thibaud International Competition in 1943. The competition, which is still held today, is one of the most prestigious music competitions in the world and has helped launch the careers of many young musicians. Long continued to perform and teach until her death on February 13, 1966, in Paris. She was widely regarded as one of the greatest pianists of her time and left a lasting legacy in the world of classical music. Some of Long's most notable performances include her debut at the Concerts Colonne in 1893, her performance of Ravel's Piano Concerto in G Major in 1932, and her performance of Debussy's Préludes at the Salle Gaveau in Paris in 1940. Long received many awards and honors throughout her career, including the Legion of Honor in 1936 and the Grand Prix National des Arts in 1957. She was also made a Commander of the Order of Arts and Letters in 1960. Long's recordings are still highly regarded today, and many of her performances have been reissued on CD. Her legacy as a performer and teacher continues to inspire generations of musicians around the world.

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