Work: Prelude, Chorale and Fugue

Challenged with a demanding programme of Beethoven, Franck and Rachmaninov, the Russian pianist gave proof of his personal, telluric approach to intense repertoire.

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The new shining light on the old: Stephen Hough

Frances Wilson, 27 Oct

Stephen Hough's Barbican concert was carefully constructed to reveal every side of his personality - artistic, creative and philosophical.

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Modest virtuosity: Murray Perahia at the Barbican

Frances Wilson, 05 Jun

A concert built on works central to the classical piano repertoire demonstrated Murray Perahia's understated virtuosity and his ability to allow the music to speak for itself.

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Bachtrack top ten: César Franck

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Mark Pullinger, 10 Dec

A Belgian in Paris, César Franck was a leading organist, composer and teacher in the 19th century, yet his music has slipped out of fashion in recent decades. There is much to enjoy in our playlist.