Birthdate: September 26, 1877
Sun Sign: Libra
Birthplace: Nyon, Switzerland
Died: June 15, 1962
Alfred Cortot was a distinguished French pianist, conductor, and teacher renowned for his vast repertoire and profound knowledge of Romantic piano music. He was highly respected for his interpretations of pieces by composers including Chopin, Franck, Saint-Saëns, and Schumann. Cortot’s editorial contributions to piano music by Chopin, Liszt, and Schumann for Éditions Durand were widely acclaimed. He played a significant role in French musical culture, working closely with acclaimed musicians like Jacques Thibaud and Pablo Casals in a renowned piano trio.
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