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?
>
>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