ABOUT THE EVENT

Often referred to as the “Dostoyevsky in music,” Russian pianist Grigory Sokolov is considered by many today as the living legend of pianism. More than forty years ago the 16-year-old was awarded the first prize at the International Tchaikovsky Piano Competition in Moscow.

Sokolov has gained an almost mythical status amongst music-lovers and pianophiles throughout the world. His poetic and highly individual interpretations, rhythmic freedom and elasticity of phrasing, temperate use of pedal and thus superior finger-work, spontaneous imagination and magical control of line are perhaps unequalled among pianists today. But all this magic has its earthly roots: Sokolov knows more about a Steinway than many piano technicians. He likes to capture the sacred moments of a real, live concert and avoid the sterile atmosphere of a studio.

Founded in 1997, the annual Vilnius Festival is one of the most prestigious, solid and versatile musical events in Lithuania. With primary interest in presenting classical music, performed by the established soloists, ensembles and symphony orchestras from all over the world, it also promotes contemporary Lithuanian music by commissioning new large-scale works, and offers a platform for jazz and musical theatre.

Last update 2012 Editorial Team Classictic.com

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