James Tobin <[log in to unmask]> wrote:

>Most listeners would find this a real understatement, but I once heard--on
>the radio--a brilliant piano performance, following which the announcer
>remarked, "With playing like that, who needs an orchestra?" I had already
>decided those were my sentiments exactly but unfortunately I didn't
>remember the name of the (Russian) pianist, whose name was not familiar
>to me.  (Not Richter.) Any suggestions?

I would guess it was Mikhail Pletnev on Virgin Classics.  Do try to get to
hear it - blistering!

Simon Foster
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