Lunchtime Concert 12.03.2012

[Norfolk Born]

Another excellent concert, I thought, with a well thought-out programme. The Schumann 'Papillons' was the ideal contrast to the Prokofiev and Rachmaninov sonatas.

[amateur51]

Today's live Wigmore Hall recital features the young Russian pianist Boris Giltburg, who has already been compared to greats such as Richter and Rubinstein. He performs a contrasting programme of romantic music, from the dances of Schumann's Papillons, to the virtuosity of Rachmaninov's 2nd Piano Sonata.

Presented by Sarah Walker

Prokofiev: Sonata no. 4 in C minor Op.29 for piano
Schumann: Papillons Op.2 for piano
Rachmaninov: Sonata no. 2 in B flat minor Op.36 for piano

Boris Giltburg (piano).

http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/b01d0wp6

[gradus]

Lovely recital and I particularly enjoyed the Liebesleid arrgt by one S Rachmaninov - an 'ear worm' sort of tune as encore.
Sarah told us that Mr Giltburg chose to play a Fazioli for its exceptional dynamic range, in preference to the Wigmore Steinway. A bit difficult to hear that on the car radio but it sounded good.

[EdgeleyRob]

Listening this evening, wonderful stuff.
I am no expert but that Rachmaninov sonata sounds like it takes some playing, and very well played it was too IMHO.!