This site is dedicated to the memory of Dr. Alan William Smolowe who gave birth to the creation of this database.
Russian Composer
"Art is not an end in itself, but a means of addressing humanity."
"Thanks to nanny, I’ve got a deep understanding of Russian tales. This deep feeling for the soul of common people; their life became the main impulse for musical improvisation before I learned the basics in piano."
"Life, wherever it reveals itself; truth, no matter how bitter; bold, sincere speech with people—these are my leaven, these are what I want, this is where I am afraid of missing the mark."