Glenn Gould

Canadian classical pianist and Bach interpreter

Glenn Gould was a Canadian pianist whose profound and idiosyncratic interpretations of classical music repertoire made him one of the most celebrated and distinctive musicians of the 20th century. Born on September 25, 1932, in Toronto, Ontario, Gould displayed prodigious musical talent from an early age. He became particularly renowned for his interpretations of Johann Sebastian Bach's works. His 1955 recording of Bach's "The Goldberg Variations" catapulted him to international fame and remains one of the best-selling classical albums of all time. Gould's approach to music was highly intellectual and deeply introspective, often accompanied by unorthodox tempos and a clear, articulate touch.