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Vladimir Horowitz

Date of birth: 1903-10-01

Place of birth: Kiev, Russian Empire [now Ukraine]

Known for: Acting

Also known as:

Vladimir Horowitz

Biography

Vladimir Samoylovich Horowitz (19031989) was an American classical pianist and composer born in the Russian Empire. He was acclaimed for his virtuoso technique, his tone color, and the excitement engendered by his playing. He is recognized as one of the greatest pianists of all time.

Movie Credits

Magic Moments of Music – Horowitz in Moscow
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Magic Moments of Music – Horowitz in Moscow

2018-01-01

After more than 60 years, the uncrowned king of 20th century pianists returned to his freedom-torn h

Horowitz in Moscow
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Horowitz in Moscow

1986-04-20

A recording of Horowitz's historic 1986 recital in Moscow, the program also includes highlights of h

Horowitz Plays Mozart
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Horowitz Plays Mozart

1987-10-08

In March 1987, pianist Vladimir Horowitz embarked on an extraordinary project. For the first time i

Horowitz: The Last Romantic
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Horowitz: The Last Romantic

1985-01-01

A stimulating study which features concert footage and interviews with the master pianist. Includes

Horowitz in Vienna
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Horowitz in Vienna

1987-05-31

Vladimir Horowitz's piano recital in 1987 at the Musikvereinssaal in Vienna.

Horowitz in London
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Horowitz in London

1982-05-22

Vladimir Horowitz's piano recital in 1982 at Royal Festival Hall in London.

The Art of Piano - Great Pianists of 20th Century
4.5

The Art of Piano - Great Pianists of 20th Century

1999-01-01

This is a film that encapsulates the essence of a great pianistic age that married virtuosity and mu

Horowitz: A Reminiscence
3.5

Horowitz: A Reminiscence

1993-03-11

Wanda Horowitz reminisces about her husband, the great pianist Vladimir Horowitz, with clips from hi

The Golden Age of the Piano
3.5

The Golden Age of the Piano

1993-01-01

Academician and piano expert David Dubal narrates this absorbing documentary chronicling the instrum

Horowitz at the White House
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Horowitz at the White House

1978-01-26

Piano Vladimir Horowitz in a televised recital from the White House on 26 January 1978, on the occas

Alexander Scriabin – Towards the Light / Calculation and Ecstasy
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Alexander Scriabin – Towards the Light / Calculation and Ecstasy

1996-08-15

Alexander Scriabin (1872–1915) born in Moscow, was an innovative, mystical, avant-garde Russian pian