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Legendary Pianist Maurizio Pollini Passes Away at 82

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Legendary Italian pianist Maurizio Pollini has left a lasting impact on the world of classical music, with his virtuosity and technical prowess captivating audiences for decades. Pollini's recent passing at the age of 82 has left a void in the music industry, with fans and fellow musicians mourning his loss. Known for his exceptional interpretations of Beethoven, Chopin, and other great composers, Pollini's legacy will continue to inspire future generations of pianists.

Throughout his illustrious career, Pollini was celebrated for his unwavering dedication to demanding music, pushing the boundaries of piano performance and redefining modernism in classical music. His recordings of Beethoven and Chopin were considered classics, showcasing his profound understanding and interpretation of the composers' works.

In his final years, Pollini revisited the piano sonatas of Beethoven, delivering mesmerizing performances that highlighted his deep connection to the music. His ability to convey emotion and complexity through his playing set him apart as a true master of his craft.

Maurizio Pollini's impact on the world of classical piano will be remembered for years to come, serving as a beacon of excellence and artistry in the music world. His influence on pianists and music lovers worldwide is immeasurable, solidifying his place as one of the greatest pianists of his generation.

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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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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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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, 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 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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