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One of the most thrilling performances offered at Cremona Musica this year was the Wagner by Liszt recital given by Filippo Tenisci – Italian pianist, born 1998 and celebrated for his refined interpretations and expressive mastery of the Romantic repertoire. After his recital we got the chance talking to Tenici about his Wagner/Liszt project. Read more

Topic: Hamelin deserves an Olympic gold medal  (Read 1736 times)

Offline leonidas

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Hamelin deserves an Olympic gold medal
on: September 24, 2007, 07:00:29 PM
'Hamelin deserves an Olympic gold medal for this extreme musical sport: I doubt that any other living pianist could carry off the work with such secure bedazzlement, not to mention infusing it with refulgent tone and downright charm' (Classic FM Magazine *****)

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To the naysayers, I invite you (Jacob) to articulate your disapproval of this undoubtedly great man's artistry and sportsmanship.
Ist thou hairy?  Nevermore - quoth the shaven-haven.

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Re: Hamelin deserves an Olympic gold medal
Reply #1 on: September 24, 2007, 07:51:42 PM
The liner notes has some inaccuracies, most notably the statement that there are only two known images of him.  There are three.
 

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