On This Day

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Augustin Hadelich (Born April 4, 1984)
Strings of Resilience
German-American violinist Augustin Hadelich is known for his warm, lyrical tone and impeccable precision. Born on 4 April and demonstrating prodigious talent, his career trajectory, however, was nearly derailed by a life-altering accident in 1999 when a fire on his
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Dinu Lipatti (Born April 1, 1917)
Genius in the Shadow of Eternity
Romanian pianist Dinu Lipatti remains one of the most revered and enigmatic figures in the history of classical music. A prodigious pianist and composer, his career was tragically cut short at the age of 33. Lipatti’s life unfolded against a
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Matthias Goerne (Born March 31, 1967)
Velvet Thunder
Matthias Goerne has been captivating audiences worldwide for decades with his rich, velvety tones and profound musicality. Born in Weimar on 31 March 1967, he studied with legendary figures like Hans-Joachim Beyer and Elisabeth Schwarzkopf and graduated as one of
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Daishin Kashimoto (Born March 27, 1979)
From Prodigy to Concertmaster
The renowned Japanese classical violinist Daishin Kashimoto has solidified his reputation as one of the most accomplished musicians of his generation. Starting violin lessons at the age of three, he became the youngest student ever accepted into the pre-college division
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Momo Kodama (Born March 24, 1972)
Precision and Passion
Momo Kodama, a Japanese pianist of extraordinary sensitivity and versatility, stands as a bridge between musical worlds, blending the refined elegance of European classical traditions with the evocative subtleties of Japanese contemporary music. Renowned for her crystalline technique and profound
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Jan Lisiecki (Born March 23, 1995)
The Piano Prodigy Who Transcends Time
Canadian pianist Jan Lisiecki, born on March 23rd 1995, has captivated audiences worldwide since his professional debut at the age of 15. His performances blend elegance with passion, and his interpretations of both the classical canon and contemporary works have
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Beniamino Gigli (Born March 20, 1890)
A Voice Beyond Time
Beniamino Gigli, born on 20 March 1890, in Recanati, Italy, emerged from humble beginnings to become one of the most celebrated operatic tenors of the early 20th century. The son of a shoemaker with a passion for opera, Gigli’s extraordinary
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Pablo Ferrández (Born March 19, 1991)
A Cello Revolution
Pablo Ferrández emerged from a musical family in Madrid to become one of Spain’s most recognised cellists, blending a rigorous performance schedule with a knack for collaborations. Since winning the Sony Music Prize at age 19, he has tackled works
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