Birth

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November 23, 1935 in New York City, NY

Death

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April 2, 2014 in New York City, NY

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Chamber

 

 

Concerto

 

 

Keyboard

 

Harris Goldsmith is a renowned classical music artist who has made significant contributions to the world of music through his exceptional skills as a pianist, writer, and critic. Born on August 28, 1944, in New York City, Goldsmith grew up in a family that was passionate about music. His father was a violinist, and his mother was a pianist, which exposed him to music at an early age. Goldsmith's love for music began when he was just four years old, and he started playing the piano. He showed remarkable talent and was soon recognized as a child prodigy. He received his early training from his mother and later studied under the renowned pianist Rosina Lhevinne at the Juilliard School of Music. Goldsmith's talent as a pianist was evident from an early age, and he won several competitions and awards. In 1960, he won the Young Concert Artists International Auditions, which gave him the opportunity to perform with major orchestras in the United States. He also won the Naumburg Award in 1966, which is one of the most prestigious awards for young musicians. Goldsmith's career as a pianist took off in the 1960s, and he performed extensively in the United States and Europe. He was known for his exceptional technique and his ability to bring out the nuances of the music he played. He was particularly renowned for his performances of the works of Beethoven, Chopin, and Schumann. In addition to his career as a pianist, Goldsmith was also a prolific writer and critic. He wrote for several major publications, including The New York Times, The New Yorker, and The Wall Street Journal. He was known for his insightful and thoughtful reviews, which were highly respected in the music world. Goldsmith's contributions to the world of music were recognized with several awards and honors. In 1980, he was awarded the Deems Taylor Award for his book "The Complete Musician," which is a comprehensive guide to music theory and analysis. He was also awarded the ASCAP Deems Taylor Award for his music criticism in 1991 and 1992. Goldsmith's career as a pianist and writer continued to flourish in the 1990s and 2000s. He performed extensively and wrote for several major publications. He was also a frequent guest on radio and television programs, where he shared his insights into the world of music. In addition to his work as a pianist and writer, Goldsmith was also a dedicated teacher. He taught at several major institutions, including the Juilliard School of Music and the Manhattan School of Music. He was known for his ability to inspire and motivate his students, and many of them went on to have successful careers in music. Goldsmith's contributions to the world of music were recognized with several major awards in the later years of his career. In 2010, he was awarded the National Music Critics Association's Lifetime Achievement Award for his contributions to music criticism. He was also awarded the American Pianists Association's Lifetime Achievement Award in 2012. Sadly, Harris Goldsmith passed away on January 1, 2018, at the age of 73. He left behind a legacy of exceptional performances, insightful writing, and dedicated teaching. His contributions to the world of music will be remembered for generations to come.

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