Fou Ts'ong

Pianist

Birthday March 10, 1934

Birth Sign Pisces

Birthplace China

DEATH DATE Dec 28, 2020 (86)

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About

Internally renowned musician who gained acclaim for his mastery and interpretations of Chopin's repertoire.

Before Fame

He studied with Mario Paci who founded the Shanghai Symphony Orchestra. He later enrolled at the Warsaw Conservatory.

Trivia

He became a frequent jury member for the Queen Elisabeth Music Competition, serving in 1991, 1999, and 2007.

Family Life

His father was translator Fu Lei. His second wife was pianist Patsy Toh.

Associated With

His first wife Zamira Menuhin was famed violinist Yehudi Menuhin's daughter.