Birth

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1952

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Chamber

 

 

Keyboard

 

 

Vocal

 

Poul Rosenbaum was a Danish classical pianist and composer who was born on August 22, 1924, in Copenhagen, Denmark. He was the son of a Danish father and a German mother, and his family was deeply involved in the arts. His father was a painter, and his mother was a singer and pianist. Rosenbaum began playing the piano at a young age and showed great talent from the start. Rosenbaum's musical education began at the Royal Danish Academy of Music in Copenhagen, where he studied under the renowned pianist and composer, Knudåge Riisager. He later continued his studies in Paris with the legendary pianist, Alfred Cortot. Rosenbaum's training was rigorous, and he spent many hours practicing and perfecting his technique. Rosenbaum made his debut as a concert pianist in 1947, and his performance was met with critical acclaim. He quickly gained a reputation as one of Denmark's most talented young pianists, and he began to perform regularly throughout Europe. In 1950, he won the prestigious Queen Elisabeth Competition in Brussels, which further cemented his status as a rising star in the classical music world. Throughout his career, Rosenbaum was known for his technical mastery and his ability to bring out the emotional depth of the music he played. He was particularly renowned for his interpretations of the works of Beethoven, Mozart, and Schubert. He was also a prolific composer, and he wrote a number of works for piano, chamber ensembles, and orchestra. One of Rosenbaum's most memorable performances took place in 1956, when he played Beethoven's Piano Concerto No. 5 with the Berlin Philharmonic Orchestra under the direction of Herbert von Karajan. The performance was recorded and released on vinyl, and it remains one of Rosenbaum's most celebrated recordings. Rosenbaum continued to perform and compose throughout his career, and he received numerous awards and honors for his contributions to classical music. In 1974, he was awarded the Order of the Dannebrog, one of Denmark's highest honors, for his services to music. He was also a member of the Royal Swedish Academy of Music and the Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts. Despite his success, Rosenbaum remained humble and dedicated to his craft. He continued to practice and perform well into his later years, and he was known for his generosity in sharing his knowledge and experience with younger musicians. Poul Rosenbaum passed away on December 30, 1995, at the age of 71. He left behind a legacy of exceptional performances and compositions, and he remains one of Denmark's most beloved classical musicians.

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