MeasureIgor Markevitch
About
Russian conductor and composer (1912–1983)
Quick Facts
- Name
- Igor Markevitch
- Born
- 1912-08-09
- Died
- 1983-03-07
- Occupation
- composer / conductor / university teacher / pianist
- Citizenship
- France / Italy / Kingdom of Italy / Russian Empire
- Birthplace
- Kyiv
Relationships
Spouses & partners
- SpouseKyra Nijinsky
- SpouseTopazia Caetani
Family
- FatherBoris Markevitch
- MotherZoia Pokhitonov
- SiblingDimitry Markevitch
- ChildOleg Caetani
Dates reflect listed records; an unspecified end date does not establish current status.
Music & Artistry
Genres
- classical music
Instruments
- piano
Record labels
- Philips Records
- Deutsche Grammophon
- Philips Classics Records
Awards & Nominations
1 received · 0 nominations listed in Wikidata
| Year | Award / category | Result |
|---|---|---|
| 1983 | Grand Cross of the Order of Civil Merit | Received |
Education
- École Normale de Musique de Paris Alfred Cortot
Languages
Spoken, written or signed
- French
- Ukrainian
Links & Accounts
Sources & Credits
Wikidata · Q503355 ↗
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Portrait source & license ↗
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