Remembering Horowitz: 125 Pianists Recall a Legend

Vladimir Horowitz was the measure of pianistic prowess for most of the twentieth century, and his recordings are the most listened-to discography in history. Here, more than 100 of the world's leading concert pianists share their experience of Horowitz and their feelings about him -- his technical powers, his musicianship, his mastery of timbre and color, and the passion he expressed. Featuring essays by Emanuel Ax, Van Cliburn, Alicia de Larrocha, Charles Rosen, Peter Serkin, and more, this book is both a poignant reminiscence and a revelation of what great musicians hear. -- Includes special coupon offer: a free CD of David Dubal's award-winning radio interviews with Horowitz -- "A compulsively readable book". -- Piano & Keyboard -- "A welcome catalyst for inspiring continuing wonder and reminiscence ... will undoubtedly trigger a wealth of personal memories".