Happy birthday! Martha Argerich turns 84 today

Martha Argerich is celebrating her 84th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, she is one of the most acclaimed pianists of her generation.

Popular pianist-musician Martha Argerich has always liked to keep a bit of herself hidden from view. At 84th birthday, she remains a woman of many facets.

Argerich, a cultural icon

Born in Buenos Aires on June 5, 1941, Martha Argerich's career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in Argentine history. Argerich's not just a great pianist, she's an inspiration, an icon and a successful business woman. At this point in her career, there seems to be little Martha hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Martha Argerich as she promises more to come. After all, she's only 84.

Happy Birthday, Martha, you're the best!

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