Erich Gruenberg

Violinist

Birthday October 12, 1924

Birth Sign Libra

Birthplace Austria

DEATH DATE Aug 8, 2020 (95)

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About

Violinist who was the leader of many orchestras, including the Stockholm Philharmonic Orchestra, the London Symphony Orchestra, and the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra.

Before Fame

He studied in Vienna, where he was born, and also at the Jerusalem Conservatory.

Trivia

He recorded orchestral parts with The Beatles, who had him wear a fake gorilla paw over his bow hand.

Family Life

He married a woman named Korshed.

Associated With

He recorded many pieces, including violin sonatas by Ludwig Van Beethoven.