Eduard Steuermann

Pianist
BIRTHDAY
June 18,1892
Birthplace
Ukraine
Age
Nov 11,1964,age 72
Birth Sign
Gemini
BIRTHDAY
June 18,1892 (age Nov 11,1964,age 72)
Birthplace
Ukraine

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.