Clarence Adler, Date of Birth, Place of Birth, Date of Death

Clarence Adler

Date of Birth: 10-Mar-1886

Place of Birth: Cincinnati, Ohio, United States

Date of Death: 24-Dec-1969

Profession: pianist, music pedagogue

Nationality: United States

Zodiac Sign: Pisces

Clarence Adler (1886-1969) was a musician from Cincinnati, Ohio.
He was a pianist, and a soloist for many leading orchestras in the United States and abroad.
He was the private music instructor for composer Aaron Copland.Adler was born in Cincinnati to German Jewish immigrants.
He won a scholarship to the College of Music of Cincinnati (later part of UC's CCM) at age 12.
After he turned 18 he went to Europe for further study and found success and acclaim as the pianist in a famous trio.
He returned to Cincinnati and continued his ensemble endeavors. In 1913 he moved to New York City and taught at the Institute of Musical Art (later part of Juilliard) and gave over 60 private lessons a week, influencing the lives of many musicians.
Famous pupils include composers Aaron Copeland, Richard Rodgers, and Walter Hendl.
He formed a music colony at Lake Placid, NY which acted as a retreat, teaching center, and concert venue for 40 years. The College of Music of Cincinnati awarded Adler an honorary doctorate for his dedication.