About
One of the greatest pianists of her era. She gained the respect of both men and women and toured the world sharing her gifts.
Before Fame
Her parents refused to give their blessing to Clara Schumann, who wanted to take Adela to Frankfurt to study while she was still a young girl.
Trivia
She developed a breathtaking repertoire that spanned three centuries. She even included modern works in her performances.
Family Life
Her family was musical. She had nine older siblings, three of whom were skilled pianists and composers.
Associated With
Her reputation for technical and creative expertise at the piano spread quickly, to the point that Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky asked to meet her.
