ABOUT

Why Classical Music?

Because for me, it's the finest art being created within the mystery of time; the duration of music is fleeting, but its existence is eternal, like the eternity of a moment and the instance of a lifetime.

Because it's poetry without words.

Because it's a joy for the mind, a shelter for the soul and a consolation for the heart.

What is it about?

It's about pure beauty. It's about spirituality. It's about every kind of emotion. It's about humour. It's about fantasy. It's about dreams.

What is the role of a pianist?

I see myself as a medium between the public and the composer, who himself, remains a medium between us and infinity.

What is the duty of an artist?

Dostoyevsky's famous phrase says "Beauty will save the world". I believe that our task remains to be an interpreter of this message, each one doing his best. As a pianist, I can't change the world, I can only bring it some beauty - the beauty of music which saves me and helps others to survive. This is my creed as an artist.

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