Grigory Sokolov
Grigory Sokolov · Arts & Literature
Classical pianist
1950, Leningrad, Soviet Union (now Saint Petersburg, Russia)
Russia · Spain
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Grigory Sokolov is a Russian classical pianist widely regarded as one of the greatest living interpreters, celebrated for a vast repertoire from the Baroque to the twentieth century and for his intense, meticulously prepared recital programs. He came to international attention at 16 by winning the 1966 International Tchaikovsky Competition. His father was Jewish; he now holds Russian and Spanish nationality and lives largely outside Russia.
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Classical pianist
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