Woodward Roger Vedic birth chart profile
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Woodward Roger

★ December 20, 1942 · Sydney, New South Wales
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Moon Sign
Taurus
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Sun Sign
Sagittarius
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Ascendant
Sagittarius
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Nakshatra
Krittika
Birth Star
Current Dasha · Mercury / Rahu / Saturn · May 2026 – Oct 2026
Leadership RolesEntertain/MusicTeacherAdministratorWritersDestiny Number 4Soul Number 22Personality Number 11
Biography

Who is Woodward Roger?

Australian classical concert pianist, whose recording of J.S. Bachs The Well-Tempered Clavier was Editors Choice for The Gramophones February 2010 issue, with German and UK critics describing this recording release as "setting a new standard after [Glenn] Gould and [Daniel] Barenboim". Woodward studied church music with Kenneth Long in Sydney, and, at the New South Wales State Conservatorium of Music, conducting with Sir Eugene Goossens, piano with Alexander Sverjensky and composition with Raymond Hanson. He won the piano section of the 1964 ABC Instrumental and Vocal Competition, beating David Helfgott in the final. In 2002 he was appointed founding director of the School of Music and Dance at San Francisco State University (SFSU). He is a Professor for Classical Piano at the SFSUs School of Music. In 2014, Woodward published his autobiography, Beyond Black and White: My Life in Music. Link to Wikipedia biography
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Update at: Jul 8, 2026

Roger Woodward — Public Profile

Born: December 20, 1942 | Place: Sydney, Australia

Overview

Roger Woodward is an Australian pianist recognized for his interpretation of contemporary and modern classical repertoire. With an international performance history, he has contributed to concert works, festivals, and recorded projects that highlight 20th- and 21st-century composers. His career has been noted for blending technical precision with a strong commitment to new music and experimental scores.

News

  • Public reporting on Roger Woodward in major mainstream outlets is relatively limited in recent years. When covered, coverage typically centers on past performances, festival appearances, and collaborations with contemporary composers.
  • For up-to-date news, consult specialist classical music publications, program notes from major concert halls, and archived festival catalogs where his work has been featured.

Social Media Details

  • There is no consistently documented official profile for Roger Woodward on widely used social media platforms. If any personal or artist pages exist, they are not widely verified or publicly prominent in mainstream channels.
  • Followers and engagement around his name on social networks are limited and may appear under related search terms (e.g., contemporary music communities or festival pages).

Recent Projects

  • Publicly accessible information about recent projects is scarce. Historically, his work has encompassed international performances, premieres, and collaborations with contemporary composers. Current activity would likely appear in specialist concert programs or archival liner notes.

Biography Highlights

  • Birth: December 20, 1942, Sydney, Australia
  • Occupation: Pianist
  • Genre: Classical, contemporary music
  • Notable focus: Interpretations of modern and contemporary repertoire; international concert appearances; collaborations with living composers

Discography & Repertoire

Recordings emphasize contemporary and modern works. Specific album titles and labels vary over time. For an authoritative list, refer to music catalogs, library resources, and discography databases maintained by classical music institutions.

Additional Notes

Given the specialized nature of his field, primary sources of information include concert programs, festival brochures, music journals, and archival press releases. If you would like, I can help locate and summarize specific verified sources or provide links to reputable archives that document his performances and recordings.

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Which Raj Yogas are in Woodward Roger's birth chart?

2 FOUND

Woodward Roger's chart shows 2 Raj Yogas, including Chandra-Mangala Yoga, Varishtha Yoga.

Planetary Combinations
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Which dasha is Woodward Roger running now?

VIMSHOTTARI

Woodward Roger is currently in the Mercury mahadasha, running from May 21, 2026 to Oct 16, 2026.

PREVIOUSJan 18, 2026 - May 21, 2026
Mercury / Rahu / Jupiter
NOWMay 21, 2026 - Oct 16, 2026
Mercury / Rahu / Saturn
NEXTOct 16, 2026 - Feb 26, 2027
Mercury / Rahu / Mercury
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What do Woodward Roger's numerology numbers say?

Woodward Roger's core numbers are Destiny 4, Soul Urge 22, Personality 11, Kabbalah Number 4.

◎Destiny
4

Chaldean Destiny 4 indicates practical building through discipline and systems. It supports operations, engineering, execution, and stable long-term progress.

❖Soul Urge
22

Chaldean Soul 22 desires to build something lasting. It seeks disciplined execution of a big vision with practical steps.

◇Personality
11

Chaldean Personality 11 appears intuitive and inspiring. Others often sense sensitivity, vision, and spiritual presence.

∞Kabbalah Number
4

Kabbalah Number 4 reflects an inner spiritual code of structure and stability. It supports discipline, grounded effort, and dependable progress.

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Life Events & Planetary Transits

Key events mapped against the active Dasha and planetary transits at the time.

2014
Career
Published/ Exhibited/ Released 2014 (Autobiography, "Beyond Black and White: My Life in Music")
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