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Gary Graffman

Gary Graffman (October 14, 1928 – December 27, 2025) was an American classical pianist, teacher and administrator. After he lost control of his right hand, he gave the UK premiere of Korngold's Piano Concerto for the left hand in 1985, and had seven left-hand works commissioned for him. He became a teacher, and later director and president, of the Curtis…

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Curtis Institute of Music · Columbia University
Born
(1928-10-14)October 14, 1928 New York City, U.S.
Died
December 27, 2025(2025-12-27) (aged 97) New York City, U.S.
Occupations
Classical pianist · Academic teacher · Music administrator
Organizations
Curtis Institute of Music

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Gary Graffman

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Gary Graffman → December 27, 2025(2025-12-27) (aged 97) New York City, U.S.
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