Josef Hofmann

Josef Hofmann (1876-1957) was a renowned Polish-American pianist and composer.

A child prodigy, he began performing at age six and quickly gained international fame.

At sixteen, he became Anton Rubinstein's only private student for two years.

Hofmann's career was marked by his exceptional technique and interpretive skills.

He was known for his performances of Romantic repertoire, particularly Chopin and Beethoven.

Hofmann also made significant contributions to piano pedagogy, writing books and articles on piano technique.

His innovative approach to piano playing and teaching influenced generations of pianists.

Hofmann served as director of the Curtis Institute of Music from 1926 to 1938.