Horowitz, Vladimir
(1903–1989)
Horowitz, Vladimir (1 Oct 1903–5 Nov 1989) Russian/American pianist, born in Berdichev. He made his debut in Kiev on 30 May 1920, and began touring Europe in 1926. His American debut in 1928 was at the concert in which Thomas Beecham was also heard for the first time in the U.S.; they collaborated on the Tchaikovsky First Concerto, creating a sensation. Horowitz was recognized, while still in his 20s, as one of the great virtuosos of all time. He specialized in the romantic composers, Scriabin…