Veniamin Zeldis

Veniamin Zeldis

Soviet violin and viola teacher, music theorist
Date of Birth: 23.11.1918
Country: Ukraine

Content:
  1. Early Life and Education
  2. Military Service and Orchestral Career
  3. Distinguished Pedagogical Career
  4. Legacy and Descendants

Early Life and Education

Little is known about the early life of Veniamin Zeldis, a prominent music educator in the Soviet Union. He received his professional training at the Kiev Conservatory under the guidance of Yakov Magaziner and David Bertier.

Military Service and Orchestral Career

In 1941, amidst the outbreak of World War II, Zeldis was drafted into the army and served as a senior telegraph technician. He participated in several military campaigns and was awarded the Order of the Red Star in 1945.

After the war, Zeldis performed in the orchestra of the Kiev Opera Theater and the opera studio orchestra under Veniamin Tolba. He also taught at the Kiev Children's Music School No. 2.

Distinguished Pedagogical Career

From 1955 to 1975, Zeldis taught violin and viola at the Kiev Children's Music School No. 3 named after V. Kosenko. He established a renowned chamber orchestra within the school.

In 1975, he moved to the Kiev Children's Music School No. 13 named after M. Glinka, where he continued to teach until 1991. His pedagogical legacy shaped the careers of numerous accomplished musicians.

Legacy and Descendants

Venjamin Zeldis passed away in Kiev on February 28, 1992, leaving behind a profound impact on the musical world. His daughter, Marina (Maria) Zeldis, became a renowned artist with her self-taught paintings celebrated internationally.

Zeldis's students achieved remarkable success, including Boris Kushnir, Vadim Brodsky, Igor Polesitsky, and Alexander Saratsky. His exceptional teaching methods and mentorship continue to inspire aspiring musicians today.

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