Leopold Godowsky

Quick Facts

Full Name	Leopold Godowsky
Occupation	Pianist
Date Of Birth	Feb 13, 1870(1870-02-13)
Age	154
Date Of Death	1938-11-21
Birthplace	Žasliai
Country	Lithuania
Birth City	Kaunas
Horoscope	Aquarius

Leopold Godowsky Biography

Leopold Godowsky is one of the most popular and richest Pianist who was born on February 13, 1870 in Žasliai, Kaunas, Lithuania. Self- taught composer, musician, and teacher, he is known for his theories on the economics of movement in the piano and his relaxed weight.

The theories of his teacher were later promoted by his student His theories were later espoused by pupil Heinrich Neuhaus..

He was the son of Jewish parents, however his father passed away when the time he was still a kid. His foster parents and mother later raised him.

Leopold Godowsky Net Worth

Leopold Godowsky is one of the richest Pianist from Lithuania. According to our analysis, Wikipedia, Forbes & Business Insider, Leopold Godowsky 's net worth $5 Million. (Last Update: December 11, 2023)

He moved in America in United States in the 1880s and made his debut concert on the 18th of October,1884. Boston.

He also gained acclaim for his transcribing of composers’ works , of the 53 Studies on Chopin’s Etudes was the highest point.

Height, Weight & Body Measurements

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Who is Leopold Godowsky Dating?

According to our records, Leopold Godowsky married to Frieda Saxe. As of December 1, 2023, Leopold Godowsky’s is not dating anyone.

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Facts & Trivia

Leopold Ranked on the list of most popular Pianist. Also ranked in the elit list of famous people born in Lithuania. Leopold Godowsky celebrates birthday on February 13 of every year.

Top Facts about Leopold Godowsky

1. Godowsky was a virtuoso pianist and composer.
2. He was born in Lithuania and later became an American citizen.
3. Godowsky composed over 400 works for piano.
4. He is known for his innovative use of polyphonic textures.
5. Godowsky’s most famous work is the “Java Suite.”
6. He married fellow pianist, Frieda Saxe, in 1900.
7. Godowsky suffered from poor health throughout his life.
8. His music has been recorded by many renowned pianists.
9. Godowsky’s compositions influenced other composers such as Ravel and Debussy.
10. He died in Chicago at the age of 68.