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Frederic Rzewski
(1938–2021)
Pianist
United States
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Frederic Rzewski was a pianist from the United States, best known for The People United Will Never Be Defeated.
Quick Facts About Frederic Rzewski
- Born
- April 13, 1938
- Died
- June 26, 2021
- Nationality
- United States
- Profession
- Pianist
- Notable works
- The People United Will Never Be Defeated
- Known for
- The People United Will Never Be Defeated!
About Frederic Rzewski
Frederic Anthony Rzewski was an American composer and pianist, considered to be one of the most important American composer-pianists of his time. From 1977 on, he lived primarily in Belgium. His major compositions, which often incorporate social and political themes, include the minimalist Coming Together and the variation set The People United Will Never Be Defeated!, which has been called "a modern classic".
Biography source: Wikipedia
Awards & Honors
Honorary doctor of the University of Liège
Quotes by Frederic Rzewski
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