Bella Davidovich facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Bella Davidovich
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| Born | July 16, 1928 |
| Nationality | Soviet/American |
| Citizenship | American |
| Occupation | Pianist |
| Years active | 1939-Present |
Bella Davidovich (born July 16, 1928) is a very talented pianist. She was born in the Soviet Union and later became an American citizen. She is famous for her beautiful piano playing and has performed for many years.
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Early Life and Musical Start
Bella Davidovich was born in Baku, which is now in Azerbaijan. She came from a family of musicians. Bella started learning to play the piano when she was just six years old.
A Young Soloist
Only three years later, when she was nine, Bella performed as a soloist. She played Beethoven's Piano Concerto No. 1. This was a big achievement for such a young musician.
Moving to Moscow
In 1939, Bella moved to Moscow to continue her music studies. When she was 18, she joined the Moscow Conservatory. There, she learned from famous teachers like Konstantin Igumnov and Yakov Flier.
A Career in Music
In 1949, Bella Davidovich won first prize at the IV International Chopin Piano Competition. She shared the award with Halina Czerny-Stefańska. This win helped her start a successful career.
Performing in the Soviet Union
After the competition, Bella became very well-known in the Soviet Union and Eastern Europe. She played with many important Russian conductors. She also performed as a soloist with the Leningrad Philharmonic Orchestra for 28 years in a row.
Teaching Music
Besides performing, Bella Davidovich also taught music. She taught at the Moscow Conservatory for 16 years. Later, she also taught at the Juilliard School in the United States.
Her Family
Bella Davidovich was married to a violinist named Julian Sitkovetsky. Their son, Dmitry Sitkovetsky, also became a famous violinist and conductor.
Life in the United States
In 1978, Bella Davidovich moved to the United States. She later became a citizen of the U.S. Since 1982, she has taught at the Juilliard School in New York City.
Returning to Russia
In the spirit of a new time called perestroika, Bella Davidovich was invited back to perform in her home country. She was the first Soviet musician who had moved away to receive such an invitation. She played many concerts, including one with her son, Dmitry Sitkovetsky. Her performances were very popular, and the halls were always full.
External links
- Biography at her agent's page
- Interview with Vafa Mastanova
See also
In Spanish: Bella Davídovich para niños
