Joseph Szigeti

Joseph Szigeti (September 5, 1892 – February 19, 1973) was a Hungarian violinist.

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September 5 - 1892 - February 19 - 1973 - Hungarian - Violinist

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He was born in Budapest and made his concert debut at 13, In 1912, he made his first European tour and his American debut in 1925. He became a United States citizen in 1951.

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He was a life-long friend of Béla Bartók, with whom he shared his ardent nationalism and anti-fascism. They emigrated to the United States at nearly the same time, Szigeti going first. After their arrival they gave a recital together at the Library of Congress on April 11, 1940.

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Béla Bartók - Library of Congress

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He retired in 1960.

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