Kontski, Antoni
(1817–1899)
Kontski (Ktski), Antoni (10–27–1817, Kraków; 11–25/12–7–1899, Ivanichi, near Akulovka, Novgorod). Polish pianist, pedagogue, and comp. Brother of Apolinary Kontski. Studied pf with Field in M. (1829–30) and comp. with Sechter in Vienna. Taught at the P. Cons. from 1853–67; among his pupils was Chechott. Later settled in London and the United States (1883–96). Concertized extensively. Works: Sort by:DefaultTitleDateAscendingDescending op.: Les deux distraits (London, 1872), Le sultan de Zanzibar…