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Murray Perahia

Born April 19, 1947 · New York City, New York (age 79)

Murray David Perahia , KBE is an American pianist and conductor. He is widely considered as one of the greatest living pianists. He was the first North American pianist to win the Leeds International Piano Competition, in 1972. Known as a leading interpreter of Bach, Handel, Scarlatti, Mozart, Beethoven, and Schumann, among other composers, Perahia has won numerous awards, including three Grammy …

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Classic Archive: Murray Perahia - Beethoven, the Complete Piano ConcertosClassic Archive: Murray Perahia - Beethoven, the Complete Piano Concertos · 1988
Classic Archive: Murray Perahia - Beethoven, the Complete Piano Concertos
1988
MovieMusic
This installment of the Classic Archive series captures renowned American pianist Murray Perahia at one with his art form, interpreting the works of Ludwig van Beethoven with unrivaled virtuosity and sensitivity. At once playful and disciplined, Perahia's technique evokes the mastery of a poetic genius who strives to blend the lyric and the epic, much like Beethoven united classic and romantic styles in his compositions.
Murray Perahia, Not Of This WorldMurray Perahia, Not Of This World · 2010
Murray Perahia, Not Of This World
2010
MovieDocumentaryMusic
An intimate portrait of the legendary pianist Murray Perahia. The documentary observes Perahia at work on the interpretation of some pieces by Chopin and Schumann. It shows him as conductor of the famous Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, follows him into the recording studio and a master class in Hanover and finally captures a concert performance at a Warsaw Chopin recital in February 2010.
A Beethoven Concert: Symphony No. 7, Piano Concerto No. 1, Overture to Coriolan / Solti, Perahia, London Symphony OrchestraA Beethoven Concert: Symphony No. 7, Piano Concerto No. 1, Overture to Coriolan / Solti, Perahia, London Symphony Orchestra · 2002
A Beethoven Concert: Symphony No. 7, Piano Concerto No. 1, Overture to Coriolan / Solti, Perahia, London Symphony Orchestra
2002
MovieMusic
This superb performance of three of Beethoven's compositions features renowned pianist Murray Perahia and the London Symphony Orchestra, led by legendary guest conductor Sir Georg Solti. The concert, which was held as part of the fifth anniversary celebration of London's Barbican Centre, includes the Overture to "Coriolan," op. 62; Piano Concerto no. 1 in C Major, op. 15; and Symphony no. 7 in A Major, op. 92.

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