95 years old (Born on February 26, 1930)
Happy Birthday to the legendary Lazar Berman, whose fingers dance across the keys faster than most of us can blink! Your exceptional technical prowess has left audiences breathless and piano tuners exhausted. From your electrifying renditions of Liszt to your captivating interpretations of Rachmaninoff, you've proven that virtuosity never goes out of style.Congratulations also on being named an Honoured Artist of the RSFSR—though we suspect the piano itself nominated you after surviving your fiery performances! May this birthday bring you as much joy as you've given music lovers worldwide. Keep dazzling us with brilliance; just remember to give those poor pianos a break occasionally!