Wanda Landowska
Polish-French harpsichordist (1879–1959)
1879 — 1959
Quick Facts
Profession
Polish-French harpsichordist (1879–1959)
Born
July 5, 1879
Died
1959 (age ~80)
Name Origin
English
Timeline
composer, pianist, harpsichordist
Congress PolandBorn in WarsawDied in Lakeville
1879
Born in Warsaw (1879-07-05)
1959
Died in Lakeville
About
Wanda Aleksandra Landowska was a Polish-born French harpsichordist and pianist whose performances, teaching, writings and especially her many recordings played a large role in reviving the popularity of the harpsichord in the early 20th century. She was the first person to record Johann Sebastian Bach's Goldberg Variations on the harpsichord in 1933. She became a naturalized French citizen in 1938.
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Who is Wanda Landowska?+
Wanda Aleksandra Landowska was a Polish-born French harpsichordist and pianist whose performances, teaching, writings and especially her many recordings played a large role in reviving the popularity of the harpsichord in the early 20th century. She was the first person to record Johann Sebastian Ba
What does the name Wanda mean?+
The name Wanda means "A female given name from Polish.". It is of English origin.
When was Wanda Landowska born?+
Wanda Landowska was born on July 5, 1879.
When did Wanda Landowska die?+
Wanda Landowska died in 1959, at approximately 80 years of age.
Name Meaning
A female given name from Polish.
The name Wanda is of English origin, meaning "A female given name from Polish.". It is traditionally a female name.
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Wanda — July 5, 1879
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Cancer
Nurturing, loyal, protective
Water · Moon · Jun 21 – Jul 22
Chinese Zodiac
Rabbit
Quiet, elegant, kind
Earth · Yin
Mayan Tzolkin
7 Ben
Reed — authority, direction, purpose
Celtic Tree
Oak
Confident, nurturing, generous
Ogham: Duir · Jun 10 – Jul 7
Birthstone: Ruby — Passion, vitality
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