1 He was a Russian pianist, 2 as well he was a conductor. 3 He was born April 1 of 1873 and died March 28 of 1983. 4 As well as a month before his death he finally got America citizenship. 5 When he first started orchestra he began with depression for the thought of "I cant make it". 6 As he began many gave encouragement giving him confidence later he came out of depression. 7 He was ill most of his life. 8 had many tours. 9 had written some of his own songs 10 later moved to California for business and died there.