Born in Kherson (Ukraine). In 1921 he graduated from the Yekaterinoslav Conservatory (piano class). In 1922 he moved to Moscow. He worked for various concert organisations. In 1928-1961 he was an accompanist and soloist of All-Union Radio. In 1956 he was awarded the title of Honored Artist of Russia. The date of his death is unknown, not earlier than 1983.
