Zhak, Abram Semyonovich
(*1901)
Zhak [Zhak], Abram Semyonovich (11–4–1901, Poltava). Studied pf at the Saratov Cons. (1913–17), then continued his training with S. Bogatyryov at the Kharkov Mus.-Dramatic Institute. Following grad. in 1924, held teaching and orch. positions, incl. at the Bolshoi Theater. Works: Sort by:DefaultDateTitleAscendingDescending orch pieces; conc.: cl (1950), pf (1952), vn (1952); Pf Trio on Hebrew Themes (1947); Vn Sonata (1954); Trio (cl, bn, pf, 1955); Ww Suite; pf: Vars. on a Theme By A. N…