Happy birthday! Daniel Barenboim turns 83 today

Daniel Barenboim is celebrating his 83rd birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed pianists of his generation.

Popular pianist-conductor Daniel Barenboim has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 83rd birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Barenboim, a cultural icon

Born in Buenos Aires on November 15, 1942, Daniel Barenboim's career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in German history. Barenboim's not just a great pianist, he's an inspiration, an icon and a successful business man. At this point in his career, there seems to be little Daniel hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Daniel Barenboim as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 83.

Happy Birthday, Daniel, you're the best!

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