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Remembering Maurizio Pollini: A Musical Genius Who Defined Modernism

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🎹🎶 Acclaimed Italian pianist Maurizio Pollini has passed away at 82. Dive into the legacy and brilliance of this musical virtuoso! #MaurizioPollini #PianoMaestro

Maurizio Pollini, the legendary Italian pianist celebrated for his interpretations of Beethoven and Chopin, has passed away at the age of 82. Known for his technical prowess and deep musical understanding, Pollini left an indelible mark on the world of classical music.

Pollini's dedication to the works of Beethoven was evident in his final performances, showcasing his unwavering commitment to musical excellence. His collaborations with La Scala and remarkable recordings of Beethoven's and Chopin's compositions cemented his status as a modern-day musical genius.

Throughout his illustrious career, Pollini's performances garnered admiration from fellow pianists and music enthusiasts alike. His ability to breathe life into demanding musical pieces by composers like Beethoven, Schumann, and Chopin showcased his unparalleled talent and artistry.

Maurizio Pollini's legacy as a pianist who redefined modernism in classical music will continue to inspire generations of musicians. His influence on the interpretation of complex musical works remains unmatched, solidifying his place as a true maestro of the piano.

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Remembering the great Maurizio Pollini with this intensely beautiful ... (Classic FM)

In the final years of his life, Pollini returned again to the piano sonatas of Beethoven. This 2019 Munich performance of the German composer's final sonata ...

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Acclaimed Italian Pianist Maurizio Pollini Dies at 82 (Voice of America)

Pollini died Saturday, La Scala said in a statement. The announcement didn't specify a cause of death, but Pollini had been forced to cancel a concert at the ...

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Maurizio Pollini, pianist who reveled in demanding music, dies at 82 (The Washington Post)

Pianists regularly brought along printed scores of music by Beethoven, Schumann and Chopin to Mr. Pollini's concerts and then listened to what he had found in ...

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Maurizio Pollini, Celebrated Pianist Who Defined Modernism, Dies ... (The New York Times)

His recordings of Beethoven and Chopin were hailed as classics, but his technical ability sometimes invited controversy.

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Maurizio Pollini has died at the age of 82 (Gramophone)

The great Italian pianist Maurizio Pollini has died in his home-city of Milan. While his repertoire centred on the great Austro-German Romantic piano ...

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Italian pianist Maurizio Pollini dies at 82 (FRANCE 24)

Italian pianist Maurizio Pollini, a virtuoso of Chopin and Beethoven who enjoyed a decades-long collaboration with La Scala, died Saturday age 82, ...

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Piano great Maurizio Pollini dies at 82 (NHK WORLD)

Pianist Maurizio Pollini, who has been regarded as one of the finest musicians of the world, passed away on Saturday. He was 82.

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Maurizio Pollini, pianist political activist and uncompromising ... (Telegraph.co.uk)

'There is nothing so imperious as a rich card-carrying member of the Italian Communist Party -Yet what a musician!' (John Drummond)

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Maurizio Pollini obituary (The Guardian)

Pianist who won the Chopin competition at 19 and who had an intellectual approach to art and life.

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Maurizio Pollini, Acclaimed Italian Pianist, Dies at age 82 (Billboard)

Maurizio Pollini, a Grammy-winning Italian pianist who performed frequently at La Scala opera house in Milan, has died. He was 82.

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