Learning from a virtuoso is something that any piano student would love
to do. But while master classes are rare, this remarkable book allows us
to share the thoughts, musical insights, and experience of the world's
greatest pianists.
In 28 separate interviews, these legendary artists talk about piano
technique, musical development, what is required to achieve virtuoso
piano artistry, and many other topics related to keyboard performance.
Included are Busoni's Important Details in Piano Study, Rachmaninoff's
Essentials of Artistic Playing, Paderewski's Breadth in Musical Art,
Grainger's Modernism in Pianoforte Study, as well as fascinating
perceptions and commentary from Bachaus, Carreño, Gabrilowitsch,
Godowsky, Hofmann, Lhévinne, Scharwenka, and other masters.
Containing a wealth of information and practical advice, including
biographical sketches of each musician, Great Pianists on Piano
Playing is a one-of-a-kind collection that piano students, teachers,
and any music lover will treasure.