Larry Sitsky

About

Revered China-born Australian musician, educator, and scholar. He was regarded as a significant figure in the country's musical culture.

Before Fame

He had perfect pitch from his childhood. He initially studied engineering at Cambridge University, but was unsuccessful. He then pursued his true passion, music.

Trivia

He was the first Australian to be invited on a cultural exchange visit to the USSR.

Family Life

He was born to Russian-Jewish immigrant parents. His family fled China to escape the tyranny of Mao Zedong.

Associated With

He undertook the writing of an opera series based on author Enid Blyton's stories.