Serkin, Rudolf, 1903-1991

Czech pianist of Russian descent.  Trained in Vienna and began his career in Berlin where he lived with Adolf Busch and his family.  He later married Busch's daughter, Irene.

Busch-Serkin Trio - Adolf Busch, violin ; Hermann Busch, violoncello; Rudolf Serkin, piano
Busch-Serkin Duo - Adolf Busch, violin, Rudolf Serkin, piano; based in U.S. from 1939; performed together until 1951

Instrument(s)/responsibility:
pianoforte
Nationality:
Czech, Russian

Concerts by Performer

Title Date Venue Professor
Reid Orchestral Concert Thursday, November 9, 1933 Usher Hall Tovey, Sir Donald Francis, 1875-1940
Reid Orchestral Concert Thursday, December 13, 1934 Usher Hall Tovey, Sir Donald Francis, 1875-1940