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Currently, Grigory Sokolov is 74 years, 8 months and 4 days old. Grigory Sokolov will celebrate 75rd birthday on a Friday 18th of April 2025. Below we countdown to Grigory Sokolov upcoming birthday.
| Popular As | Grigory Sokolov |
| Occupation | Pianist |
| Age | 74 years old |
| Zodiac Sign | Aries |
| Born | April 18, 1950 (Russia) |
| Birthday | April 18 |
| Town/City | Russia |
| Nationality | Russia |
Grigory Sokolov’s zodiac sign is Aries. According to astrologers, the presence of Aries always marks the beginning of something energetic and turbulent. They are continuously looking for dynamic, speed and competition, always being the first in everything - from work to social gatherings. Thanks to its ruling planet Mars and the fact it belongs to the element of Fire (just like Leo and Sagittarius), Aries is one of the most active zodiac signs. It is in their nature to take action, sometimes before they think about it well.
Grigory Sokolov was born in the Year of the Tiger. Those born under the Chinese Zodiac sign of the Tiger are authoritative, self-possessed, have strong leadership qualities, are charming, ambitious, courageous, warm-hearted, highly seductive, moody, intense, and they’re ready to pounce at any time. Compatible with Horse or Dog.
Regarded as one of Russia's greatest Pianists. He was popular in the U.S. even at the height of tensions during the Cold War.
He first gained international acclaim when he won the Gold Medal at the 1966 International Tchaikovsky Piano Competition by unanimous vote of the jury.
His prolific U.S. touring career of the 1970s was hindered in the 1980s by the Cold War, especially when the two countries terminated all cultural agreements.
His family recognized his talents early on, and he began taking lessons at age five and enrolled in Leningrad Conservatory when he was seven.
He considered Anton Rubinstein to be among his greatest inspirations.
