Christoph von Dohnányi
German conductor (1929–2025)
1929 — 2025
Quick Facts
Profession
German conductor (1929–2025)
Born
September 8, 1929
Died
2025 (age ~96)
Name Origin
German
Timeline
conductor, theatre manager
GermanyBorn in BerlinDied in Munich
1929
Born in Berlin (1929-09-08)
1979
AwardGoethe Plaque of the City of Frankfurt
2025
Died in Munich
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Christoph von Dohnányi?+
Christoph von Dohnányi is German conductor (1929–2025). Born in 1929.
What does the name Christoph mean?+
The name Christoph means "a male given name, equivalent to English Christopher". It is of German origin.
When was Christoph von Dohnányi born?+
Christoph von Dohnányi was born on September 8, 1929.
When did Christoph von Dohnányi die?+
Christoph von Dohnányi died in 2025, at approximately 96 years of age.
Name Meaning
a male given name, equivalent to English Christopher
The name Christoph is of German origin, meaning "a male given name, equivalent to English Christopher". It is traditionally a male name.
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Christoph — September 8, 1929
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Virgo
Analytical, kind, hardworking
Earth · Mercury · Aug 23 – Sep 22
Chinese Zodiac
Snake
Enigmatic, intelligent, wise
Earth · Yin
Mayan Tzolkin
4 Ahau
Sun — enlightenment, ascension, mastery
Celtic Tree
Vine
Empathetic, refined, romantic
Ogham: Muin · Sep 2 – Sep 29
Birthstone: Sapphire — Truth, loyalty
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I use your work to teach. Pure genius, every note.
— a music teacher
The world is a little different because you existed.
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