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Program:
Rachmaninov Piano concerto Op. 18 No. 2 in C-minor
“Rachmaninov's second piano concerto is widely known for its exquisite lyricism and its compelling emotional depth. It is perhaps no surprise that through this particular work, he was able to put an end to a long period of artistic self doubt. For me, learning this work has been quite a journey, and above all, it would never have been possible without having the right key size at my display, as roughly 80% of the material would completely have been out of my reach.”
Karolinka plays on a 7/8 keyboard, designed and made for her by Thomas Kaduk. The keyboard has been installed in a Steinway M grand piano. The lovely Dorine Diemer aka 'Orchestre de Dorine' is playing on a Ronisch piano, a brand that Rachmaninov himself played and composed on frequently when he was still living in Russia.
Dorine Diemer