Walter Gieseking: Biography, Facts and Career
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Walter Wilhelm Gieseking (5 November 1895 – 26 October 1956) was a French-born German pianist and composer. Gieseking was renowned for his subtle touch, pedaling, and dynamic control, particularly in the music of Debussy and Ravel; he made complete recordings of all their published works which were extant during his life. He also recorded most of Mozart's solo piano works.
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- Full name: Walter Gieseking
- Born: 1895-11-05
- Nationality: France
- Known as: Author
- Wikidata ID: Q61028
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Walter Wilhelm Gieseking (5 November 1895 – 26 October 1956) was a French-born German pianist and composer.
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Walter Gieseking was born on 1895-11-05.
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