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    Rachmaninov - Prelude in G-Sharp Minor, Op. 32, No. 12

    Thank you, kindly, Kaila. It's been a while since I've been here on PS, but I remember how gifted a musician you are -- Indeed, your appraisal is...
    Post by: 88man, Jan 20, 2016 in forum: Submission Room
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    Rachmaninov - Prelude in G-Sharp Minor, Op. 32, No. 12

    Thank you, Richard! I also want to congratulate you on assuming the reigns of Piano Society. Having earned the respect of your peers here says a...
    Post by: 88man, Jan 11, 2016 in forum: Submission Room
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    Rachmaninov - Prelude in G-Sharp Minor, Op. 32, No. 12

    Thank you everyone for the wonderful comments! I truly miss the musical commaraderie here on PS. @Monica, no rush. I am sure the holiday season...
    Post by: 88man, Dec 30, 2015 in forum: Submission Room
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    Alexandre Tharaud playing the Goldberg variations

    Hi François, I think Alexandre Tharaud is a great pianist. Underrated here in the U.S., but I hope he is big in Europe. I have his CD of the...
    Post by: 88man, Dec 26, 2015 in forum: Pianists
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    Kosenko, Etude in F# minor, Op. 8, No. 8

    Hello David, I thought I was listening to Op. 8 of Scriabin had I not reread the title. The Russian genre has an unmistable epic grandeur that you...
    Post by: 88man, Dec 26, 2015 in forum: Submission Room
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    Ravel - Sonatine

    Hi Monica, these sound fantastic. I haven't played much Ravel, but I love his rhythmic drive and unmistakable style. You've captured his essence...
    Post by: 88man, Dec 26, 2015 in forum: Submission Room
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    Debussy - Etudes #VII, VIII, IX

    Hello François, I've never heard these Etudes before. I thought I was listening to Messiaen instead of Debussy due to the atonal nature of these...
    Post by: 88man, Dec 26, 2015 in forum: Submission Room
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    Rachmaninov - Prelude in G-Sharp Minor, Op. 32, No. 12

    During my absence from PS, I did manage to make this home recording of the Rachmaninov Prelude in G-sharp Minor, Op. 32, No. 12. This Prelude is...
    Thread by: 88man, Dec 26, 2015, 8 replies, in forum: Submission Room
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    Franz Schubert, D328, Der Erlkönig

    Bravo! Perfect balance of sound, musicianship, and drive throughout. This is a very captivating performance - full of color, mood, dynamics, and...
    Post by: 88man, Dec 24, 2015 in forum: Submission Room
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    Schubert, Winterreise, D911, no. 20, 21, 23

    Hello Andreas. Very well played, and sung. This suite is perfect for the Christmas season. If I remember several years ago, you were going to use...
    Post by: 88man, Dec 24, 2015 in forum: Submission Room
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    Goodbye

    Hello Chris, I recently found out that you've resigned as moderator of PS. This is a huge loss as there is ony one Chris. I've been quiet on PS...
    Post by: 88man, Dec 23, 2015 in forum: Announcements
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    What is wrong with Piano Society?

    All professional groups are suffering from the lack of participation in recent years. I see it in healthcare professions, and friends in law and...
    Post by: 88man, Dec 21, 2015 in forum: General
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    Chopin - Nocturne Op. 9 no. 2

    Monica, are you wearing "La Note Bleue?" ;) It looks like you're sitting in front of Chopin's doorstep, waiting for him to come out and play. But,...
    Post by: 88man, Apr 8, 2013 in forum: Submission Room
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    Chopin - Nocturne Op. 9 no. 2

    Very well played, Monica! The challenge with popular pieces is finding something new. Besides the commercials, perhaps it was your least favorite...
    Post by: 88man, Apr 7, 2013 in forum: Submission Room