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- René Urtreger was born on July 6, 1934 in Paris, France. He was a composer and actor, known for Elevator to the Gallows (1958) and The Departure (1967). He died on July 16, 2026.
- RelativesGeorges Kiejman(Cousin)
- He was only 19 years old when he stood out by winning the first prize of the National Jazz Tournament.
- Fascinated by Chopin, he studied classical piano at the conservatory, then went on to jazz as a teenager.
- Was born in a Polish Jewish family who fled the persecution of war.
- In 2000 he received the Grand Prix du Disque.
- The Academie du Jazz of France formally recognized his accomplishments in 1961 with the Prix Django Reinhardt for outstanding jazz artist of the year.
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