Genre: Classical
Decades Active: 50s, 60s, 70s, 80s, 90s
Pianist Van Cliburn was arguably the most celebrated classical performer of the modern era, renowned for his flawless technical prowess and unparalleled romantic sensibility. Born Harvey Lavan Cliburn, Jr. in Shreveport, Louisiana on July 12, 1934, he first took up piano at the age of three, learning the instrument from his mother Rildia Bee... [+] Read More
