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Mike Leghorn wrote:
>When I hear today's pianists, especially ones from Russia, I can't imagine
>how anyone can say musicians aren't as good as they used to be. How can
>they explain Kissin, Volodos, Pletnev, Bronfman, Schiff, and Brendel?
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>So what if some today's pianists have unbelievable technique (e.g. Kissin,
>Volodos, Bronfman, Pletnev). It doesn't mean they can't be musical also.
Comparing current artists with the great artists of the past for me is a
futile discussion. However, when enumerating our current best pianists
it is inconceivable to me that Pollini is not mentioned.
Bob Summers
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