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5.0 out of 5 stars
A Memorable Concert, April 24, 2002
This review is from: 1982 San Francisco Recital (Audio CD)
This CD holds a recital that Shura Cherkassy performed in San Francisco in 1982. He thought the performance was a good one and allowed its release. Mr. Cherkassy has been described as among the last post-romantic pianists, and indeed he is in a class with Rubinstein, Hofmann and Horowitz. Having been able to attend one of his concerts, I can vouch for his deep love of music and his ability to communicate this love to his audience. He was a spontaneous performer in command of what he played, and not afraid to tackle difficult works in his old age.
This recital is quintessential Cherkassy. Perhaps a highlight is the Grand Sonata by Tchaikovsky, a piece not often performed and played to perfection here by Mr. Cherkassy. The variety of this concert is perfect. We being with Lully and continue down the centuries exploring Mendelssohn, Chopin and a marvelous work by Hofmann. This was a great concert that is well-recorded. There is audience applause but there are only slight coughing that does not disturb the performance. A must buy.
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