About
Austrian-American musician who helped composer Arnold Schoenberg debut some of his major works. He taught at Juilliard from 1952 until 1964.
Before Fame
He was a student at the Lemberg Conservatory where he was trained by Vilém Kurz.
Trivia
He immigrated to the United States in 1938 where he became known for his Beethoven recitals during the 1950s.
Family Life
His sister was famed actress Salka Viertel. He married pianist and noted music librarian Clara Silvers.
Associated With
He taught many future notables, including Alfred Brendel.
