Władysław Szpilman
Polish pianist and composer
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About Władysław Szpilman
Although Władysław Szpilman had been a celebrated pianist and composer, to many people, he is remembered best as the author of “The Pianist”. The book, which is Szpilman’s memoir, described in detail his life as a Polish-Jew during the holocaust.
Prior to the German occupation of Poland, he worked as the in-house pianist of Polish Radio from 1935 after pursuing music studies in Germany. At the time, he rose to fame for his jazz and classical music performances and his compositions.
Family Life
He lost his parents, two sisters and brother after they were taken to an extermination camp called Treblinka. He was the father of dentist and composer Andrzej Szpilman and one other son, both from his marriage to Halina Grzecznarowska.
Achievements
“The Pianist” was chosen as “Book of the Year” in 1999 by the likes of Sunday Times, Los Angeles Times and Boston Globe.
Death
He died in July 2000. He was 88.
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F.A.Q. about Władysław Szpilman
When is his birthday?
Władysław Szpilman's birthday is on December 5, 1911.
In how many days is his birthday?
Władysław's birthday is in 66 days
How old was Władysław when he died?
He was 88 years old.
When did he die?
He died in July 6, 2000.
How old would he be today?
Władysław Szpilman would be 110 years old if he was alive today.
Where was Władysław from?
He was born in Sosnowiec, Congress Poland, Russian Empire.