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.