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Vengerova, Isabelle, 1877-1956

 Person

Biography

Biography

Russian-born pianist Isabelle Vengerova (1877-1956) taught at the Imperial Conservatory in St. Petersburg between 1906 and 1920, after which she toured the USSR and Europe. A year after settling in the United States in 1923 she joined the piano faculty of the Curtis Institute of Music. Ten years later, in 1933, she also began teaching at the Mannes College of Music. She continued teaching at both institutions until her death in 1956.

Found in 11 Collections and/or Records:

Isabelle Vengerova memorabilia

 Collection
Identifier: PPCI-MSS02
Abstract

The Isabelle Vengerova memorabilia collection consists of photos, letters and reminiscenses. It also includes materials relating to the dedication of the Isabella Vengerova room at Curtis in 1989.

Dates: 1925-1956

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Archival Object 7
Collection 4
 
Subject
Curtis Institute of Music - faculty 4
Piano teachers 3
Curtis Institute of Music - alumni 2
Curtis Institute of Music - founder and directors 1
Pianists 1