Willi Boskovsky 1909 – 1991

Biography

Willi Boskovsky was born on June 16, 1909, in Vienna, Austria, during a rich period of the city’s musical heritage. Throughout his life, he dedicated himself to music, becoming a respected figure in the Austrian musical community. His career spanned much of the twentieth century, a time of tremendous change in Europe and in the world of classical music.

Boskovsky lived most of his life in Vienna, the city of his birth, where he contributed to Austria’s enduring musical traditions. He remained connected to Vienna throughout his career, building a life rooted in the cultural heart of Austria.

On April 21, 1991, Boskovsky passed away in Visp, Switzerland, at an advanced age. His legacy was honored through his burial at Vienna Central Cemetery in Kaiserebersdorf, Austria, returning him to the city he called home. Boskovsky’s life reflected a deep commitment to music and to the Austrian cultural traditions that defined his era.