Soulima Stravinsky

**Soulima Stravinsky** (1910–1994) was a Swiss-American pianist, composer, and educator best known for championing the works of his legendary father, Igor Stravinsky. Born in Russia and raised in Switzerland, he studied piano in Paris under legendary pedagogues like Isidor Philipp and Nadia Boulanger, developing a crisp, precise style perfect for interpreting 20th-century repertoire. While he composed original works (like his *Three String Quartets*), Soulima became a sought-after interpreter of his father’s music, often performing pieces like the *Concerto for Piano and Wind Instruments* with razor-sharp clarity. His recordings and live performances, including collaborations with Igor, helped popularize Stravinsky’s neoclassical works. Later in life, he settled in Illinois, teaching at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign while keeping his father’s legacy alive through masterclasses and lectures. A low-key but vital figure in classical music, his playing blended technical rigor with a deep understanding of modernism’s playful edge.

Genres

Experimental

Classical

Contemporary Classical

Avant-garde

Chamber Music

Piano

Neoclassical

Orchestral Music

Latest Release

S. Stravinsky: Les Trois Quatuors à cordes

Soulima Stravinsky

Album - 11 Tracks - Released September 1, 2000