Van Cliburn, pianist, dies

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Van Cliburn, pianist, dies

by Silver_Surfer1 » Tue Mar 5, '13, 11:17 pm

World famous classical pianist, Van Cliburn, has recently passed away at the age of 78 from Cancer:

http://music.msn.com/music/article.aspx?news=793204

I remember seeing him play on television years and years ago and was awestruck at his talent and how beautiful and fascinating he could play piano. He was truly one of the world's best. He received many awards and accolades for his magnificent playing including being honored by several US Presidents also during his lifetime and after:

http://entertainment.ca.msn.com/celebs/ ... -service-1