Grigory Ginzburg was a virtuoso Soviet pianist whose performances and recordings have cemented him as one of the 20th century's piano legends. Born on May 29, 1904, in Moscow, he was renowned for his remarkable technique and expressive interpretations, particularly within the works of Frédéric Chopin, Franz Liszt, Anton Rubinstein, and the Russian classical repertoire. Ginzburg was a product of the Russian piano tradition, studying under esteemed teachers such as Alexander Goldenweiser at the Moscow Conservatory, where he later became a highly respected professor himself.

His career was punctuated with numerous acclaimed live performances at the Moscow Conservatory, from 1949 to 1959, which were captured in the "COMPLETE LIVE RECORDINGS AT MOSCOW CONSERVATORY" series, showcasing his mastery over a wide range of composers. Ginzburg's contribution to Chopin's oeuvre is particularly celebrated, with releases such as "Gregory Ginzburg Plays Frédéric Chopin" and the well-received "Chopin: Piano Music, Vol. 1." His interpretative brilliance was not confined to the studio; his live performances, as seen in "Arensky & Liszt: Piano Concertos (Live)," demonstrate a compelling dynamism and profound musicality. Despite his death on December 10, 1961, Ginzburg's legacy lives on through his recordings, which continue to inspire pianists and classical music lovers around the world.

Genres

Historic Piano Performance

Latest Release

GRIGORY GINZBURG. COMPLETE LIVE RECORDINGS AT MOSCOW CONSERVATORY (1949 – 1959) & STUDIO RECORDINGS (1950s)

Grigory Ginzburg

Album - 158 Tracks - Released December 6, 2021