Bela Siki

Pianist

Birthday February 21, 1923

Birth Sign Pisces

Birthplace Hungary

DEATH DATE Oct 29, 1989 (66)

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About

Known for his distinguished teaching career and for his passionate and wise interpretations of famous composers.

Before Fame

He won the Geneva Competition in 1948.

Trivia

He taught at the University of Washington in Seattle from 1985 until 2001.

Family Life

His family supported his musical ambitions. He studied with Leo Weiner in Budapest and at the Franz Liszt Music Academy with Ernest von Dohnányi.

Associated With

His lengthy teaching career influenced many future pianists, including Anton Nel.