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Maurizio Pollini obituary

Pianist who won the Chopin competition at 19 and who had an intellectual approach to art and life

The Guardian - UK

Celebrated Classical Pianist Byron Janis Dies At Age 95

Renowned classical pianist Byron Janis, known for exceptional talent and artistry, passes away at 95. Legacy of extraordinary contributions to classical music.

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Dyf primed to come on top in Maharaja Jiwajirao Scindia Trophy

Trainer Adhirajsingh Jodha’s Dyf, who is in good shape as evidenced by his morning trials, should win the Maharaja Jiwajirao Scindia Trophy, the feature event of Sunday’s (Dec. 31) races in Mumbai.

The Hindu

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Bugatti and Chopin show out

Bugatti and Chopin showed out when the horses were exercised in Mumbai on Saturday (Dec. 23) morning.

The Hindu

Chopin has the form to do a repeat in the feature event

The five-year-old Chopin, who won well in his last start, may repeat in the Times Of India Trophy, the main event of Saturday’s (Sept. 30) races in Pune.

The Hindu

Dyf pulls claims Idar Gold Trophy in record time

Dyf wins Idar Gold Trophy in record time; Chopin sets new course record. Protest delays 4th race, but punters convinced by CCTV mirror image. Alpha Domino, Democracy, Aloysia, Inishmore & Chieftain win.

The Hindu

Mikhail Pletnev review – chilly Chopin from introspective virtuoso

The Russian pianist’s Chopin lacked its heart-on-sleeve Romanticism but he brought luminosity and lightness to a technically demanding programme

The Guardian - UK

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Captivating a nation: the Tour de Pologne’s path to becoming Poland’s biggest annual sporting event

Cycling News

Where you can (and can’t) watch 8 of Julian Sands’ most notable movie roles

Julian Sands, whose remains were found Saturday and identified this week five months after he went missing while hiking near Mount Baldy in Southern California, emerged in the 1980s with a cohort of other actors who rode a British cinematic rebirth to Hollywood stardom. Those peers and sometime co-stars included…

Los Angeles Times

‘I used to do tarot readings but it got too scary’: Sting on making Shape of My Heart

‘I’d see this dark stuff and was apprehensive about telling people. But I remained fascinated. So for this song, I came up with a kind of soldier whose weapons are his cards’

The Guardian - UK

Pole to Pole: 10 brilliant things to do in Poland

Buzzy cities offer museums of vodka, croissants or codebreaking, plus there are mountains, lakes and beaches – and piles of glorious food

The Guardian - UK

Evgeny Kissin review – phenomenal pianist revels in Rachmaninov

The former prodigy’s barn-stormingly unsubtle approach has changed little since his teenage years, but his affinity with Rachmaninov is undeniable

The Guardian - UK

Tinkling the ivories and tugging the heart strings: is The Piano the most uplifting TV talent show ever?

Railway station pianists from 11 to 92 get a surprise shot at fame in this Claudia Winkleman-hosted Channel 4 hit, where even the judges find something nice to say

The Guardian - UK

Blind and neurodiverse teen, 13, leaves onlookers in tears with piano talent

Channel 4' The Piano released an extraordinary clip of Lucy, 13, who is blind and neurodiverse playing a highly complex Chopin piece in the new series

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The Guardian - UK

The week in classical: Strand international piano series; The Barber of Seville; Konstantin Krimmel & Ammiel Bushakevitz – review

Murray McLachlan kicks off a new piano series in style; the Royal Opera’s latest Rossini revival delights. Plus, a lunchtime recital to stop you in your tracks

Manchester Evening News

Coffee, cake, classical music: The DIY shop Stockport loved is now unrecognisable as a café

The new owners wanted to create a space where classical musicians in the area could play and connect over a good cup of coffee

The Guardian - UK

Beethoven: Piano Sonatas Opp 101 & 106, review – a reminder of the power of Pollini

The pianist’s severe, analytical style engages with two of the most challenging works in the repertoire to produce a disc of compelling, muscular authority

Bangkok Post

Polish piano legend conquers Bangkok stage with RBSO

As with all of the truly great pianists, touch is absolutely key when it comes to delivering their excelsior interpretations of the immortal classics. This was demonstrated recently in impeccable, consummate fashion by legendary Polish soloist Krystian Zimerman, who appeared at the Thailand Cultural Centre earlier this month to a…

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Manchester Evening News

The important music played during the Queen's lying in state procession

During the procession, music was played by both the band of the Scots Guard and the band of the Grenadier Guards

Daily Mirror

Opera legend Andrea Bocelli grieves the loss of beloved dog just months after mum dies

Opera singer Andrea Bocelli has paid tribute to his "affectionate" and "wise" dog Chopin in a touching Instagram post, just months after the death of his mum was announced

The Hindu

A Star Is Born expected to score

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Newcastle Herald

Master pianist at City Hall

"Australian audiences are my favourite because folks are so open to what you have to offer and they respond positively as well as honestly."

The Independent UK

Emeli Sande hopes BBC music show allows people time out from ‘hectic chaos’

She is hosting a new show which sees her exploring music that inspires her.

The Guardian - UK

Bruce Liu/Philharmonia/Santtu-Matias Rouvali review – an unexpected but refined UK debut

Last year’s winner of the International Chopin competition, Bruce Liu, was a late substitution for this all-Tchaikovsky programme, but made light and elegant work of the challenging Second Concerto

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