About
Prominent composer and musician in the 1930s Berlin cultural scene. He joined the National Socialist movement in June 1933.
Before Fame
He was an itinerant pianist after graduating from the Berlin University of the Arts (then known as Berlin Hochschule für Musik).
Trivia
He was awarded the national composition prize in 1940.
Family Life
He was still living in Berlin when he died at age 83.
Associated With
He was highly esteemed by the Third Reich, led by Adolf Hitler , and was often invited to perform in concerts and competitions.
