We have to be relevant and people have to be interested in coming to hear us. Also, there is a major difference between venues and audiences. In New York, I would seldom play a complete programme of Beethoven Sonatas; however, when I go back to my native Romania, such a recital would be sold out months in advance… You have to adapt!
Tag: interviews with pianists
Ieva Dubova, pianist
Who or what inspired you to take up the piano and pursue a career in music? My grandmother is a pianist and piano professor and
Adrian Brendle, pianist
Who or what inspired you to take up the piano, and pursue a career in music? When my older sister began having piano lessons I
Frank Horvat, composer & pianist
Only pursue a life as a professional musician if you truly love making and/or playing music. When I was young, I tried to quit…many times. The only reason why I didn’t is because I couldn’t think of anything else to do that would make me happier. I guess that’s a good litmus test to see if it’s worth the effort.
Jean-Paul Gasparian, pianist
Who or what inspired you to take up the piano and pursue a career in music ? Actually as my both parents are pianists, it