Wilhelm Backhaus

Wilhelm Backhaus, the German pianist, was born 26 March 1884. After study in Leipzig, his career became impressive, especially in his interpretation of the Beethoven sonatas, and recordings made in his eighties. He died on 5 July 1969.

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