Magic here by Richter!! Rubinstein once said, "Richter sings with his piano, and the piano responds." The voicing, how he accents all the right notes, I just love it. I can't imagine a performance of this piece ever exceeding this one in terms of technique, soul, and just overall beauty and perfection. 😁😁👍👍
I listened to this recording so many times while I was up with a new baby last winter, feeling lonely in the early hours and overwhelmed with every emotion. Richter's first movement especially was heaven during that time - melancholy; exquisitely, painfully beautiful; shimmering just out of reach... And now I'm preparing to record it, so all those nights spent awake have ended positively! Thank you.
That is beautiful! Thanks for sharing. I remember those emotional hours.. I am so touched to hear you found comfort in this beautiful piece (which I am currently working on!)
