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Walter wilhelm gieseking 5 november 1895 26 october 1956 was a frenchborn german pianist and composer quotes about gieseking. Born in lyon in france, gieseking was largely selftaught as a pianist until he studied at the. Walter wilhelm gieseking november 5, 1895 october 26, 1956 was a frenchgerman pianist and composer. His first london piano recital took place inestablishing an exceptional and lasting reputation. Developing the inner ear is therefore an indispensable element in piano technique.
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