Category Archives: Brahms

A Day with Two Piano Finalists

Posted on January 20, 2011 by

A Kawai and Chickering were in a tight race, until one took off and surpassed the other. My whole Saturday was consumed with evaluating two pianos: a practically brand new “Kawai” 5’1″ grand and a larger, nearly 5’8″ size “Chickering,” … Continue reading →

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DREAM PIANO: Overview and Acknowledgments

Posted on January 17, 2011 by

My two-year long romp on the piano finding trail with York as my professional companion and consultant had been worth all the time spent in, around and under pianos. How else would I have acquired knowledge about the piano’s harp, … Continue reading →

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My Favorite Video Performances of Beloved Pianists: Do you have some to share? (UPDATED)

Posted on January 2, 2011 by

Update: Approaching still another New Year, I will add more favorite performances by pianists to the group: These inspiring players include Irina Morozova, Cyprien Katsaris, and Georgy Cziffra plus Yeol Eum Son playing Gershwin’s “Embraceable You.” ****** Since it’s the … Continue reading →

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