Paul W. Hofreiter wrote: >Dear List Members, I had the privilege of attending The Philadelphia >Orchestra concert this afternoon. Martha Argerich performed the Prokofieff >Third with Dutoit. I've never before encountered such genius from a >performer in a live concert. It was timeless, and one of the most perfect >collaborations I've ever heard. Her power was matched by her subtlety. >Her technique was flawless. ... I, too, had the priviledge of seeing/hearing her Friday afternoon and totally agree. So I was somewhat dismayed at the review by Peter Dobrin in the Saturday's Inquirer (phillynews.com). Maybe Friday's performance was better than Thursday night's? I was fascinated by the ease with which her fingers tripped over the keys without undue flourish - truly amazing. One thing, if ever an encore was called for, that was one of the times but alas, none was given. I was also surprised by the way she had half stood while hitting the last notes of the concerto. I think that is the first time I've ever seen a solist not take a quiet pause before rising for a bow. This may have been discussed recently on the list, but I know that at least parts of that concerto were used in some movie and I've been trying to remember which? Anyone remember? Mary Esterheld