ABOUT
William Kapell (September 20, 1922 - October 29, 1953, b. Oscar William Kapell) was a highly acclaimed virtuoso classical pianist who became famous beginning in the late 1930s. With his rendition of "The Eighteenth Variation (Rachmaninoff: Rhapsody On A Theme Of Paganini)" (1953), which became a Top 20 Pop hit, he became one of a handful of classical musicians to cross over to popular music. He died in a plane crash at age 31 while returning from a concert tour in Australia.
Best known songs (with years) include:
- Rachmaninoff, The Eighteenth Variation (From The Rhapsody On A Theme Of Paganini, Opus 43) (1953)
Pop charts debut year: 1953
Years active: 1937-1953
Genres: Classical
Labels: RCA Victor
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